FAQ

How do I make reservations for Tides Reach?

Please fill out our Reservation Inquiry Form, with your preferred method of contact, and we will contact you about booking your time with us.

Do I need a Visa to visit Fiji?

No Visa required for US Citizens with a valid passport.

A valid passport with an expiration at least 3 months longer than your planned date to leave Fiji is required to get a free tourist visa on arrival.  You will need to provide your passport and your return ticket out of Fiji and this tourist passport will be free.

The following countries are issued Visa on arrival-
Antigua & Barbuda, Argentina, Australia, Austria, The Bahamas, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belgium, Belize, Bermuda, Botswana, Brazil, Brunei Darussalam, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Cook Islands [NZ passport holder] Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Commonwealth Dominica, Estonia, The federal Republic of Germany, The federated States of Micronesia, Finland, France, The Gambia, Ghana, Greece, Grenada, Guyana, Holy See (Vatican), Hong Kong [SAR] Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Kenya, Kiribati, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lesotho, Luxemburg, Malawi, Malaysia, Maldives, Malta, Mauritius, Mexico, Moldova, Monaco, Nauru, The Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, The Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Republic of Ireland, Republic of the Marshall Islands, Romania, Russia, Samoa, Serbia, Slovak Republic, St Kitts & Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent & The Grenadines, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Slovenia, Solomon Islands, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Swaziland, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Tanzania, Thailand, Tonga, Trinidad & Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, Tuvalu, Uganda, United Arab Emirates, Ukraine, United Kingdom of great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America, Uruguay, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Zambia and Zimbabwe

All other passport holders from other countries will need to apply for a Visa prior to arriving.

What currency should I bring to Fiji?

Local currency in Fiji is the Fiji Dollar.  You can exchange money at the airport or at any ATM in Fiji.

The exchange rate is about 1 Fiji dollar to .5 USD.

You get a better conversion rate in Fiji than in the US, at any local atm or the Airport in Fiji.  You can also use USD at the local airports and villages.

Does Tides Reach offer Wedding & Honeymoon Packages?

Tides Reach will arrange accommodations and activities so that your wedding and honeymoon is unforgettable, private and luxurious.

Please fill out our Reservation Form with your preferred dates so we may contact you about availability and planning of this once in a lifetime escape.

What is the best way to fly to Tides Reach?

International Flights to Fiji are provided by Fiji Airways along with inter-islands flights. Tickets can be booked online at Fiji Airways, through your travel agent, or through our preferred travel provider – Contact us for details to accommodate individual travelers & for larger group arrangements. Direct flights to Nadi International Airport from Los Angeles (daily), San Francisco (seasonal Jun 16 – Aug 14), Honolulu (twice weekly), Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Aukland, Hong Kong, & Singapore.

See Travel Information for more details

Do you accommodate special diets?

We stock local produce from local farmers and our organic vegetable garden.  If you have specific dietary needs, please Contact Us, so we can put it in the trip notes and work with you to accommodate your needs.

Do I need to take any medical precautions in Fiji?

There are many different opinions and factors, the best is to speak with your physician 4 – 8 weeks before departure to discuss what options you may need to explore.

What else can I do on the island?

Taveuni offers activities for the most adventurous to an incredibly relaxed day trip. See Activities, or below:

Things to do in Taveuni

  • Nature Trekking along mountains and visiting waterfalls
  • Beach and coastal hike at Lavena
  • Visit marine park at Waitbu
  • Visit the natural waterslide
  • Mangrove forest trek at Vunitarawau (near Qeleni)
  • Explore the fauna (including the rare Tagimoucia flower)
  • Diving and snorkelling
  • Surfing at the neighboring breaks on Qamea Island
  • Bird watching
  • Kayaking
  • Cycling
  • Horse riding
  • Game fishing
  • Village visits
  • Visiting the Catholic Church in Wairiki (built in 1895)

I have more questions, can I contact you?

Please fill out our Contact Form so that one of our staff may help you plan your trip or answer any questions you may have.