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Easily one of the best places in the world to escape to underneath the waves, your Fijian adventure<br />

awaits.<br />

What to Expect<br />

The famously clear waters make for excellent visibility,<br />

and the average water temperature sticks to 26°C yearround,<br />

so the waters are perfect for diving.<br />

What You’ll See<br />

Famous for being “The Soft Coral Capital of the World”, you<br />

can dive in some spectacular spots off Fiji’s main islands<br />

or small islets. The best diving spots are Rainbow Reef,<br />

with it’s magical “Great White Wall”, Yellow Tunnel, Beqa<br />

Lagoon, and the countless other reefs and habitats that<br />

make the nation a diving wonderland.<br />

You might well encounter some of the South Pacific<br />

Ocean’s great inhabitants as well. Humpback whales,<br />

tiger sharks, manta rays, sea turtles, and a whole rainbow<br />

explosion of tropical fish call the waters around Fiji home.<br />

Best Time of Year to Dive<br />

Because the water temperatures are so stable, you can<br />

dive in Fiji all year round. However, the best times to go<br />

down are during the Fijian winter, between April and<br />

October. The waters are a little cooler which leads to the<br />

best possible visibility.<br />

Is it Safe?<br />

One of the things that makes Fiji such a great place to<br />

dive is that the sites are generally safe for novice divers.<br />

It’s essential that you get your PADI certificate before you<br />

even think about SCUBA diving, but if you don’t fancy that<br />

then you can always learn to snorkel and enjoy the water<br />

that way.<br />

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