At the community school, the children, like their parents, showered us in song and dance.
Inside is a spacious living area with warm, natural tones running throughout.
In every room the furniture is positioned to draw your attention out towards the view.
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This sanctuary brings outdoor bathing to you.
An open-air lava rock shower bathed in natural light and a garden-facing tub invites a sanctum for relaxation.
Food and Drink
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The island cooks what the island grows.
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WakayasAuthentic Fijian Culinary Programis married beautifully with the resort’s pledge to sustainability.
Pastry chef Kelera Cegu makes this buttery, sweet loaf as an accompaniment to breakfast.
Lethally delicious, it became our favorite thing to smuggle from the table and snack on throughout the day.
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Experiences and Amenities
Taking care of your every need comes naturally in Fijian hospitality.
From dietary requirements to drink preferencesto activities, whatever you desire is just one request away.
A highlight during our stay was being chauffeured to the southeastern side of the island for a secluded picnic.
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If youve ever imagined what the ultimate private beach dining experience would look like, this is it.
Emerging through dense tropical forest, we arrived atTuburua Beach.
Our luxury lunch hamper of goodies included lobster pasta and gooey chocolate brownies.
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In turn, we were instructed to clap, pick up the bowl, and drink.
A tribe leader dressed in ceremonial attire kneeled before me.
I was mesmerized and distracted all at once, and completely forgot what I needed to do.
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Pick up the bowl!
I could barely see his lips move, but I realized he was urging me to play my part.
According to Sonny, the Island was taken at the hands of the Ovalau warriors in about 300 B.C.
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To avoid certain death, the Wakayan village chief jumped off a cliff at Double Bay.
Out of loyalty, the villagers followed him.
This is the Island’s legacy, he told us.
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To this day, support, trust, and mentorship keep the community bonds tight.
Here, relaxation began with a nourishing foot scrub.
Accessibility and Sustainability
The Wakaya Marine Reserve is home to 16,000 square kilometers of sea life.
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It’s one of the best locations for regularly spotting manta rays, too.
Spending time with Gordon and his team, we were treated to a snorkeling spectacle.
This is a PADI five-star gold palm dive resort, so diving adventures are always accessible.
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We, on the other hand, enjoyed the marine life from a shallower depth.
Finding the Best Value
When you stay at Wakaya, you buy into exclusivity.
This bang out of intimacy and connection starts with nightly rates of $2,500 USD for a garden-view bure.
