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Bouma National Heritage Park. Aimed at conserving the rainforest of Taveuni and the Vanua Bouma (the land, the sea and people of Bouma). The Park was established in 1990 not only to protect the forest but also as a means of generating an income for the four villages whose land is bounded by the park. Technical assistance for the project is provided by the New Zealand Official Development Assistance (Fiji Ecotourism) Programme and the Fiji Native Land Trust Board. For more information you can contact the Tavoro Waterfalls Visitor Centre on +679 888 0390.
Lavena Coastal Walk. Give yourself at least half a day or more to experience Lavena1s wild and scenic coastline and waterfalls. A well formed track takes you from Lavena village along the coast (great for swimming and snorkelling) to an idyllic swimming hole and waterfalls. Allow four hours return to complete the walk which is mostly flat with plenty of places to stop and swim. Walk costs F$15. You have to swim about 100m to the waterfall pit, so take swimming suit and waterproof camera.
Tavoro Waterfalls. Walking, swimming, picnicking and taking in the views – it`s all possible at Tavoro Waterfalls (also known as Bouma Waterfalls). These are the most accessible waterfalls and a classic must do. There are three falls to choose from. The lower waterfall is an easy 15 minute walk, the middle fall is a moderate walk for 45 minutes and the upper fall can be reached in another one hour moderate to challenging walk. At over 30 meters high the lower fall is the most spectecular and has the biggest swimming hole. There are fantastic views on the track from the lower to the middle fall, so don`t miss this one.
Vidawa Rainforest Hike. If you want a challenging full day hike into the heart of the forest, this is it. Knowledgeable local guides will take you to archaeological sites, great view points and into the deep rainforest where you will see the traditional uses of the forest and lots of birds. Cost: F$40 (with guide), booking in advance necessary. Full-day trip is 7km, you need to take some lunch with you (take some more for the guide�:). You can drink water from the streams, so 1l bottle should be enough for 2 persons. The walk ends at lower Tavoro waterfall.
Waitabu Marine Park. Was established in 1998 in an agreement of over 7 Fijian communities not to fish or anchor in the 1 km of selected fringing reef. Aside from the small tourism business this Marine Protected Area (MPA) has provided for the community of Waitabu, who owns and operates it, it has also provided a first hand example of the power of conservation, generating larger fish catches and increased biodiversity in the surrounding waters.
Site of the international dateline. The 180th meridian is on Taveuni. Well it was once before it was changed so Taveuni would not be bisected into different days.
Qeleni Village. Traditional Fijian Culture can be experienced at Qeleni Village. It is an eco-tourism project in the lower highlands that offers cultural dances and handicrafts for sale. It is located in a beautiful rainforest and gives an insight into the Traditional Fiji.
Warrior Burial Cave/Southcape Blowholes. Created by a lava tube, this cave is about 350 metres long and terminates at the ocean's edge. In former times, Fijian's used this site as a secret burial cave for warriors. It is believed that Taveuni's greatest warriors were buried here to keep their remains hidden from enemies. Most of the large bones were removed in the 1950's after the cave was discovered.
Waitavala Waterslide. This is a picturesque spot, secluded and fun. Swim in pure refreshing cool waters and slide down the natural slipper dip. To avoid injury at best wait for some locals, they will show you where to start sliding and make sure there is enough water.
Wairiki Mission. The most architecturally interesting edifice on Taveuni. Situated on the edge of a splendid coconut plantation, it is also known as the Taveuni Catholic Church. It is a good example of the British colonial Romanesque architecture. Located on a hill, it overlooks the historic site where Taveuni Warriors turned back thousands of invading Tongans in a battle that was fought in canoes just off the beach. It was this particular battle that turned the tide in a war that had seen Tongans stakes over much of Fiji. The locals celebrated the victory by cooking and eating their enemies with breadfruit.
Des Veaux Peak´. Access to this magical place is by hike or four-wheel drive only. It is 1196 metres above sea level and is home to the famous tagimocia flower, a beautiful red bloom with a white centre – it grows nowhere else in the world and is Fiji’s National Flower. Des Veaux Peak, Fiji's second highest mountain, has spectacular birdlife and flora. Orange breasted Doves, Silktails, ferntails and Parrots are just a few surprises. Lake Tagimocia is perhaps the famous landmark on Taveuni. It is situated in an extinct volcanic crater, at a height of 832 metres; the lake is filled with floating masses of vegetation.
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