Fiji is a tropical paradise in the South Pacific, renowned for its pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, vibrant coral reefs, and warm Fijian hospitality. With over 300 islands featuring world-class diving, lush rainforests, and rich cultural heritage, Fiji offers unforgettable experiences for every type of traveler.
Family activities
Engaging experiences for travellers of every age.
Kula WILD Adventure Park
Fiji's premier wildlife park on the Coral Coast combines native animal encounters (iguanas, parrots, bats, sea turtles) with water slides, a zip-line canopy walk, and interactive feeding sessions. One of the most genuinely fun family days in Fiji.
Duration: 3-4 hours
Sabeto Hot Springs and Mud Pools
Children absolutely love covering themselves in warm volcanic mud at the natural Sabeto mud pools near Nadi, then rinsing off in the natural hot springs. An unusual, memorable, and completely safe experience that gets everyone laughing.
Duration: 2 hours
Mamanuca Island Day Trip (South Sea Cruises)
The South Sea Cruises day pass provides access to multiple Mamanuca islands, snorkeling on pristine reefs, beach activities, and optional visits to Cloud 9. Safe calm water for children and professional staff throughout.
Duration: Full day
Horseback Riding at Natadola Beach
Riding horses along Natadola Beach's perfect white sand with turquoise water lapping nearby is one of Fiji's most magical family experiences. Gentle horses and experienced guides make this suitable for older children and adults of all riding abilities.
Duration: 1-1.5 hours
Garden of the Sleeping Giant
The beautiful orchid gardens near Nadi make an easy, shaded family outing with covered walkways through 2,000 orchid varieties and lily ponds. Children enjoy the butterflies and unusual tropical plants; the path is fully accessible for prams.
Duration: 1.5 hours
Biausevu Waterfall Hike
A jungle hike from Biausevu village through tropical rainforest with river crossings to a dramatic 20-metre waterfall with swimming hole. Begins with a traditional village welcome ceremony. Suitable for older children who enjoy moderate hiking.
Duration: 3 hours
Navua River Rafting
White-water rafting on Grade 2-3 rapids through spectacular jungle gorges, with village visits and a lovo feast lunch. The most exciting family adventure available in Fiji. Age and weight restrictions apply; check with Rivers Fiji.
Duration: Full day
Family-friendly hotels
Accommodation designed with families in mind.
VOMO Island Resort
One of the Pacific's most family-friendly luxury resorts, VOMO has an exceptional kids club, family villa accommodation with multiple bedrooms, a shallow beach lagoon perfect for young children, and dedicated family programming including turtle watching and cultural activities.
Family features: Dedicated kids club (4-12 years), family villas with connecting rooms, shallow lagoon beach, teenager activities, complimentary babysitting
Hilton Fiji Beach Resort and Spa
Denarau Island's most family-oriented five-star resort with a dedicated children's pool, well-run kids club, beach access, and convenient proximity to Port Denarau Marina for island trips. Multiple restaurants accommodate fussy eaters.
Family features: Hilton Fiji Explorers Club (4-12 years), children's pool, beach access, babysitting, family connecting rooms, multiple dining options
Outrigger Fiji Beach Resort
A superb Coral Coast family resort with a full-programme kids club, cultural activities including meke dance lessons and cooking classes for children, a large beach with calm swimming, and spacious bure-style accommodation.
Family features: Bure Kida Kids Club (4-12 years), teen programme, beachfront location with calm water, cultural kids activities, family bure accommodation
Radisson Blu Resort Fiji Denarau Island
An excellent family choice on Denarau with an arcade game room, supervised childcare facility, separate children's pool and adults-only infinity pool, and family rooms with separate sleeping areas.
Family features: Kids Zone with arcade, supervised childcare, children's pool, family rooms, multiple restaurants, close to Port Denarau
The Warwick Fiji
A large Coral Coast resort with excellent value family packages, multiple pools including a dedicated children's pool, a comprehensive kids club, and beachfront activities in a scenic setting.
Family features: Wacky Warwick Kids Club, children's pool, beachfront location, family interconnecting rooms, cultural evening shows
Dining with kids
Eating out as a family.
All major resort restaurants offer children's menus (typically $10-18 FJD for main course and drink) and high chairs; request these when booking
Port Denarau Marina has the widest variety of family-friendly restaurants in the Nadi area, with multiple cuisines and relaxed outdoor seating
Fresh tropical fruit from Nadi or Suva markets is an excellent and very cheap healthy snack for children - rambutan, mango, and passionfruit are all child-approved
For adventurous young eaters, the market roti wraps ($4-5 FJD) are mild enough for children and a great cultural eating experience
Bring emergency snacks for outer island ferry trips as onboard food options are limited and children's menus unavailable on ferries
Family travel tips
Practical advice for stress-free family trips.
Apply reef-safe SPF 50+ sunscreen on children every 2 hours - the tropical sun at this latitude is significantly stronger than most families are used to
Bring children's insect repellent (DEET-free formulas for under-12s) as dengue-carrying mosquitoes are present in Fiji year-round
Many Mamanuca and Yasawa island beaches have extremely calm lagoon water due to fringing reefs - look for these specifically for families with toddlers
Fiji Airways allows car seats and prams as free checked baggage; check-in these items separately to make boarding easier