Maravu Plantation Resort Diving: Maravu Diving, Taveuni Diving, Fiji Diving Resort

Taveuni, known as Fiji's Garden Island, is an elongated emerald enclave. The third largest island in the Fiji archipelago, it is located just south of Vanua Levu (Fiji's second largest island) across from the Somosomo Strait. Verdant and rugged, it reaches a maximum height of 1241 meters at Mt. Uluigalau.

In addition to the prolific flora, Taveuni is renowned by naturalists for its intact native bird population, which includes parrots, a barking pigeon (Peale's pigeon which does sound like a dog barking), and other rare species. Known in the colonial days for its coconut plantations, today Taveuni is a landmark for divers.

Beneath the surface of sea, in the coral reefs that fringe the island, is an equally rich eco-system that rivals the bio-diversity found on the surface. Fed by rich nutrients that emerge from the depths of the Tongan trench, Taveuni is famous for its multitude of tropical fish and pelagics. However, if there is one trademark or signature species in the area, it is soft coral, which billows and undulates in the currents. Soft coral comes in dramatic, sometimes electric hues of orange, red, pink and white, which are fringed by purple.

Protruding into the strait from the Vanua Levu side to about 3 kilometers from the shores of Taveuni is a magnificent reef, called the Rainbow Reef. Here one can find one of the most famous dive sites in the South Pacific, the Great White Wall. It is named because of the unusual soft coral that inhabit the area. Starting at a depth of about 15 meters and continuing to over 65 meters, this underwater escarpment is covered with an almost luminescent white coral tinged with lavender.

There are a great number of other dive sites sprinkled throughout the area and new attractions are found all the time. It is estimated that only 3% of the entire reef system in the Taveuni area has been explored by divers and it's not unusual to see pelagics such as dolphins, turtles, eagle rays and a number of species of shark.

The diving is mostly at the world famous Rainbow Reef - extending approx. 20 Miles (30Km) into the Somosomo Strait between Taveuni and Vanua Levu. The emphasis here is on spectacular soft corals and teeming marine life as the tidal current provides perfect conditions for incredible multi-coloured soft coral growth and magnificent hard coral formations. The world renowned Great White Wall complements a list of equally impressive sites including Annies Bommie, The Ledge, Yellow Grotto, Jerries Jelly, Blue Ribbon Eel Reef and the Cabbage Patch. The underwater terrain varies - a wide variety of drop-offs, tunnels and rainbow coloured bommies. The dives are either from a fixed spot or drift dives depending on the conditions. Depths vary from 45 to 120 feet ( 15 to 39 meters).

Adventure & Diving Experience world class diving at luxurious Maravu Resort on exotic Taveuni Island
		PRICE IN USD$
5-nights, 3 dive days		US$ 890.00
6-nights, 4 dive days		US$ 990.00
7-nights, 5 dive days		US$1090.00
Additional Nights		US$100 pp/night
Additional Dives		US$80 pp (2 dives per day)

1st day: Arriving
2nd day: Morning 2 tank dives, after lunch trip to one of the Tavoro Falls
3rd day: Morning 2 tank dives, after lunch kayaking to Honeymoon Island
4th day: Morning 2 tank dives, after lunch Taveuni West Coast Tour
5th day: Lavena Coastal Walk with village visit and Wainibau Waterfalls
6th day: Departure or extend one day
2 tank dives at 5th day, Lavena 6th day
7th day: Departure or extend one day
2 tank dives at 6th day, Lavena 7th day
8th day: Departure

Rates in USD based on double occupancy in a Planters Bure, including full American Breakfast, transfers from/to Matei Airstrip, many complimentary resort activities (horseback riding, mountain biking, sea kayaking, snorkeling, guided plantation walks, Fijian storytelling, kava ceremonies, weekly meke (Fijian songs and dances), and weekly lovo (Fijian underground oven feast).

Non-divers may choose the Adventures in Style Package in conjunction with a diver choosing the Adventure & Diving Pkg. - perfect for 1-diver couples

AdventureS IN STYLE Experience tropical adventures in style at luxurious Maravu Resort on exotic Taveuni Island
		PRICE IN USD$
5-nights, 6 days		US$ 690.00
6-nights, 7 days		US$ 790.00
7-nights, 8 days		US$ 890.00
Additional Nights		US$100.00 pp/night

1st day: Arriving
2nd day: Bouma National Heritage Park. Visit two waterfalls & Bouma Village
3rd day: Open Ocean Kayaking to the northern side of Taveuni & Islands
4th day: Half Day West Coast Tour, Waterslides, Somosomo, Waiyevo/Wairiki
5th day: Korolevu Island hopping & snorkeling.
6th day: Departure or extend one day - Lavena Coastal Walk/Wainibau Falls
7th day: Departure or extend one day - Widawa Rainforest & ancient site Tour
8th day: Departure

Upgrading:
from Planters Bure to Deluxe: $70 per night for two persons
from Planters to Honeymoon Bure: USD 140 per night for two persons
from Planters Bure to Hnymn Deluxe Suite: USD 210 for two persons
from Planters to Ocnvw Spa Villa: USD 290 per night for two persons

Rates in USD based on double occupancy in a Planters Bure, including full American Breakfast, transfers from/to Matei Airstrip, many complimentary resort activities (horseback riding, mountain biking, sea kayaking, snorkeling, guided plantation walks, Fijian storytelling, kava ceremonies, weekly meke (Fijian songs and dances), and weekly lovo (Fijian underground oven feast).

Rates are in US$ per person. All rates subject to 12.5% VAT and 5% HTT (Government taxes). All prices are subject to change without notice, and should be verified at the time of booking. Valid through Mar 31, 2010.