Taxi: tracking down a taxi on Viti Levu is straightforward particularly in Suva, other big towns or cities and on the main road encircling the outer edge of the island. Fees are reasonable and should be negotiated in advance with payment always to be made in Fiji dollars.
A popular way to take a taxi is to share with other passengers so that each pays per seat, a way to bring the price down even more. Given the poor safety records on Fijian roads, passengers are advised to wear a seatbelt but will notice that very few others do so and in many cases vehicles don’t even have them.
Bicycle: if you plan to stick fairly close to base, then hiring a bicycle is a good idea. The roads are often of an acceptable standard, although the reckless driving can make cycling more hassle than it’s worth, especially on Viti Levu. Make sure you wear a good helmet.
Boat: if you plan to travel away from Viti Levu, you will almost certainly end up on an inter-island ferry. South Sea Cruises and Awesome Adventures Fiji run regular services to the Mamanuca islands and Yasawa islands respectively and many vessels take bicycles and vehicles; although, if you are hiring a car, it is likely that the contract forbids taking the vehicle to different islands. The safety record of ferries in Fiji is generally good.
Aircraft: among the more remote islands, the most convenient way to get around is to fly. Air Fiji operates numerous domestic air charter and scheduled routes, including to Kadavu to the south of Viti Levu and Rotuma right to the north. The main hubs are Nadi and Nausori on the main island.
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