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 What type of food & drink is offered on this experience?
 There is no close restaurants so we have a chef who creates menus that incorporate an eclectic blend of local seasonal vegetables and fruit, fresh fish and meats.
We place the highest emphasis on provision of fresh quality meals and snacks. We have a fully stocked licensed bar with barman who can just as easily make a gin and tonic or a tropical cocktail concoction of spirits, liqueurs and fruits. The local beer is Fiji Bitter.
The local traditional drink is kava. We do have a kava ceremony to allow guests to participate in this culturally unique ritual.
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Do they cater for vegetarians?
We can cater to any special dietary requirements.
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What is simply the best season to visit the experience?
We have 2 seasons. Dec – May is the wet season which means tropical rain, usually afternoon thunderstorms when we can get up to 4 inches of rain in 2 hours. But then the sun can come out again for sunset. It’s hot and humid.
July – Nov is the dry season, but you can still get brief showers of rain. Not as humid but still warm.
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What is the average cost of an alcoholic drink?
Around 10 Fiji Dollar
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Does the experience have any facilities for disabled people?
Unfortunately not.
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What is the local beach like?
Surfing takes places over coral reef at the ledge of the lagoon. It takes about 10 minutes by boat to get to the local breaks. We also do day trips to Frigates Passage which is becoming well known as a world class break. This is 20kilometers offshore.
We advise that surfers must be of intermediate to advanced level. It is DEFINITELY NOT a place for beginners.
Our surf guides are in the water with guests and as well we have a boatman always in the boat which is equipped with all safety gear.
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What is the name of the experience manager?
Donna is the owners 24/7.
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What happens if I hurt myself surfing whilst staying at the experience?
We and our surf guides have basic first aid and rescue skills. There is a health centre with doctor in the next village which is about 15 minutes by car away.
I have it in mind to eventually set up a fully operational infirmary and invite surfing doctors to holiday (FOC) to look after the health of the guests and to also assist at the health centre. This concept has been pioneered by Tavarua Island Resort here in Fiji.
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What is the local area like?
No nearby nighlife. When we have the kava ceremony, after the formalities are over it becomes relaxed and we have the Fijian staff playing guitar and ukulele.
We have peace and quiet, or lots of conversation or star gazing at night. Of course we also have music and movie DVD’s. We also have a table tennis set up. Lots of books. It’s a 15 minute drive to the nearest village where there is a local store, school and health centre. The nearest shopping centre is 30 minutes drive. Suva the capital of Fiji is one hour away.
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Will there be other surfers staying at this experience?
We get a variety of travelers around the world, although we believe we are best suited to the executive couple.
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Is there a local specialty of wine or food in the region that
we should know about and enjoy?
A famous Fijian dish is kokoda which is raw fish marinated in lime juice, served with coconut milk, tomato, onion and chilli garnish. There are a couple of others that you must try also ..pulasami, roro and a lovo where the food is wrapped in leaves and cooked on hot stones in an earth oven.
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Is Wi-Fi Internet access available in the camp or locally and are any costs involved?
Internet is available.
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What type of bed linen will be used and how often is this changed?
We are using standard hotel linen and with the guests agreement (we are an eco-resort) we change it every third day.
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In the bathroom are towels and washing gift facilities provided?
Yes – bath towel, hand towel, face washer and soap.
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How many rooms does the accommodation have?
The experience has 6 rooms and can accommodate 12 people maximum. The whole experience can be booked out for groups if requested – again - maximum of 12 guests, minimum 1. Each room, approached from separate walkway entry has a large bedroom with louvred alcove that has a coffee table and cushions. There is a small walk-in robe. The ensuite has a large shower recess, vanity with mirror and the toilet.
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What are the facilities in the room?
The rooms are fan cooled, fully screened and have a safari mosquito net with bedside tables and lamps.
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How long will it take to reach this accommodation from the local international airport?
2 hours by road.
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