Nausori Highlands

Introducing Nausori Highlands

In stark contrast to the dense rainforests of the eastern highlands, the Nausori Highlands ascend into the interior in a panorama of grassy moguls. Massive folds of pale green tussle and tumble into the background as the coastline diminishes along the horizon. There are patchy areas of forest and small villages scattered in the hills; the more remote the more traditional the villagers are in their ways. Sunday is a day of rest, for church and spending time with the family, so visits to villages on this day may be disruptive and unappreciated. The villagers in Navala are Catholic, while in Bukuya they are Methodist.

If you have your own transport the loop from Nadi to Ba, going part of the way (to Bukuya) and then either back down to Nadi, or down via the Sigatoka Valley is a fun and usually easy day trip. You'll need a 4WD and you should check road conditions before heading off, especially during the wet season, as bridges occasionally wash out. Fill up on petrol before heading for the hills as there is nowhere to refill.

Last updated: Feb 17, 2009