Things to do in Nadi
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Sri Siva Subramaniya Swami Temple
At the base of Main St, away from the commercial hype, this peaceful Hindu temple strikes a vibrant pose against a dramatic mountainous backdrop. It is a tranquil spot to reflect and distance yourself from Nadi's boisterous main drag. The prolific wooden carvings of Hindu deities travelled all the way from India, as did the artists who dressed the temple in its colourful coat and impressive ceiling frescos.
You can wander around the main temple to see the Hindu Lord Shiva's various forms, all incarnations being manifestations of the One Supreme Lord. This is a Murugan temple and worship of Lord Murugan is equivalent to the worship of nature. He is the guardian deity of th…
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Wacking Stick Adventure Tours
Based at Stoney Creek Resort, Wacking Stick Adventure Tours rents good mountain bikes and sends you off with a map to explore the cane fields and the foothills of the Sabeto Mountains and Valley.
It also offers good half- and full-day tours, including the Sleeping Giant Bike and Hike, which includes a visit to the Garden of the Sleeping Giant and a hot spring, a bike ride around the Sabeto area, and a hike to a cave and a waterfall through jungle. There are also half-day and sunset tours and for the really energetic, three- or five-day tours, which include all meals and accommodation.
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Chefs, the Restaurant
One of Nadi's finest; this swanky restaurant is perfect for a splurge on taste and atmosphere. Meals match the refined surrounds with a truly global menu offering roasted duckling ravioli, Afghan chicken and excellent seafood dishes. Downstairs, the café version of this main event has a roomy and relaxed interior and serves Indian and Thai curries as well as pizza, pasta, salads and burgers. The air-con will allow you to enjoy the vindaloo even in the midst of summer.
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Daikoku
Behind a fortress of ornate timber doors, Daikoku is about having as much fun as you can filling your belly. Patrons sit around large square hotplates while their individual chef performs the sometimes gentle, sometimes energetic, always entertaining art of teppanyaki. Also gracing the menu is delicate sushi and sashimi as well as traditional pickles and Japanese beer to whet the palate. The atmosphere is intimate, the service flawless and the food utterly sublime.
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Turtle Airways
Flights over the Nausori Highlands and the patchwork farmland of the Sigatoka Valley are also spectacular. The views from flights are especially beautiful on a sunny day. Everything is pretty close on the islands, it takes only 10 minutes to fly from Nadi to the Mamanucas. The islands, coral reefs and depths of blues and greens are gorgeous when seen from above - snorkellers and divers will drool at the sight.
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Fijian Islands and Snorkel Full-Day Whales Tale Cruise including Beach BBQ Lunch
9 - 10 hours (Departs Nadi or Coral Coast, Fiji)
by Viator
Snorkel the Fijian coral reefs, swim in the blue water or simply relax and enjoy the natural beauty on this Fijian full-day cruise.Your cruise includes continen…
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Ed's Bar
- Nadi, Fiji
- Entertainment › Bar
Nadi's best watering hole draws local and visiting social animals and keeps them happy with cheap beer and friendly staff. There's a small dining section inside but the bar is the main event, where stool seating, pool tables and live bands dominate. Tables outside catch the breeze but they generally fill by late afternoon so you'll have to strap your beer boots on earlyish to nab one.
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Sun Air
Sun Air flies to Mana and Malololailai. Most domestic flights are scenic, especially on a sunny day. It takes only 10 minutes to fly from Nadi to the Mamanucas and the islands, coral reefs and depths of blues and greens are gorgeous when seen from above - snorkellers and divers will drool at the sight. Confirm in advance if you wish to use a resort's facilities.
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Adventure Fiji
- Nadi, Fiji
- Activities › Hiking
Adventure Fiji can organise four- or six-day 50km highland treks through the province of Ra. By bus, boat train and foot, you'll follow a route used by missionaries since 1849. Accommodation and meals are in villages. The trek is run from May to October with a maximum of 15 people aged 12 to 60 years. Pick-ups from Nadi hotels can be arranged.
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Mana Island Day Cruise
9 hours (Departs Nadi or Coral Coast, Fiji)
by Viator
Spend the day on beautiful Mana Island! Take a luxury catamaran to one of Fiji's most amazing islands! Snorkel, swim and even explore the reef on a Subsea semi-…Not LP reviewed
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Sentai Seafood Restaurant
The décor may be shambolic but Sentai's Asian infusion menu knows exactly what it's doing. There's a heavy emphasis on seafood and adventurous souls can tuck into a bêche-de-mer (sea cucumber) combination hotpot. There's always beef in black-bean sauce or prawns with lemon and ginger for the meek.
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Fiji Mamanuca Islands Sailing Cruise including Lunch
9 hours (Departs Nadi, Fiji)
by Viator
Hop aboard this magnificent two-mast schooner and sail through Fiji's Mamanuca Islands for the day. Explore uninhabited islands, swim in crystal-clear blue lago…Not LP reviewed
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South Sea Island Day Cruise
by Viator
For the ultimate day out in paradise, it’s hard to beat South Sea Island in Fiji’s Mamanuca archipelago. Snorkel the reefs filled with coral and colorful fish; …Not LP reviewed
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Lazy Cactus
This snappy little cantina oozes a warm atmosphere and delicious smells. The food is Mexican and the cooks mean business - burritos, enchiladas and a kicking camarones en mojo de ajo (shrimp with garlic, chillies and butter). You can dine inside or in the pleasant courtyard.
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Castaway Island Day Cruise
9 hours (Departs Nadi, Fiji)
by Viator
Enjoy a day on Fiji's idyllic Castaway Island. Cruise through Fiji's Mamanuca Islands on board a luxury high-speed catamaran to Castaway Island. Spend your day …Not LP reviewed
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Yasawa Islands Sea Kayaking - Fiji
8 days (Nadi)
A classic paddling adventure through the remote islands of Fiji.
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Mama's Pizza
- Nadi, Fiji
- Restaurants › Pizza
It serves traditional crowd-pleasers as well as wood-fired gourmet treats including garlic-glazed chicken, smoked walu (butter fish) or eggplant and sun-dried tomato pizzas. Pastas and salads are also up for grabs. Mama's downtown outlet is cool, dark and inviting.
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Offshore Islands cruises and tours
You'll need to head out of Nadi to dabble in the dreamy beaches synonymous with Fiji. The Mamanuca islands are close enough for an easy day trip and organised trips to Robinson Crusoe Island, just offshore from Viti Levu and south of Nadi, are an easy and fun day excursion.
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Handicraft Market
You may pick up something more authentic at the handicraft market but check out the prices in the shops beforehand to ensure you really are getting a bargain. Be aware that wooden items are unlikely to have been treated and may need to be quarantined once you get home.
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Saffron the Corner
Delicious curries served in one-meal-a-day portions display themselves under the counter at this corner diner. The ambience is a tad fast-food chain and you'll need to contend with Hindu tunes butchered by a drum machine, but it's a good spot for a mountainous feed.
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Produce Market
Nadi has a large produce market which sells lots of fresh fruit and vegetables. Good-quality meat, however, is not so easy to come by. There are several large supermarkets and bakeries downtown as well as along the Queens Road at the Colonial Plaza and at Namaka.
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Jack's Handicrafts
Unashamedly aimed at the tourist wallet, this outlet of Jack's is colossal in size and contents. Crafts, clothing, jewellery and house items are sold at reasonable prices but it's all fairly mass-produced and you're unlikely to find anything truly unique here.
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Seafood Garden Bar Restaurant
A jack-of-all-trades, this breezy restaurant dishes up good fish and chips, Indian curries and traditional lolo (coconut cream) in duck, chicken, beef, crab, fish and lobster versions. The crowd is touristy and the fare tame but it hits the spot.
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Island Hoppers
Offers flights over the Nausori Highlands and Sigatoka Valley. The views are especially beautiful on sunny days. Look out your widow for spectacular views of islands, coral reefs and blue and green ocean waters. Snorkellers and divers will be drooling.
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RJs Restaurant & Bar
A carnivore's delight, RJs sizzles up prime fillet steaks, veal masala, char-grilled ribs and plenty of seafood options. There's a Hungarian goulash for the left-of-centre palates and all servings are hearty. The wine list is suitably impressive.
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