Those crystal clear waters are made for more than just good Instagram pics. In fact, Fiji boasts some of the best diving spots in the world. Case in point: Mantaray island in the middle of the Northern Yasawa group of islands. Take all the heavy lifting out of your scuba adventure and let Mantaray Island resort organise everything for you, while you sleep in, relax and soak up resort life. There are two manta ray dives a day, guided by experienced SSI instructors, so no matter your experience level, you’re free to safely enjoy the underwater depths. The resort also hosts cave and coral scuba dives, too, for an unforgettable look at up to 7000 different species of tropical fish. Feel like the equipment is dragging you down? Free dives are also on offer.

Pan flute backing tracks are unnecessary at Chi, Shangri-La Yanuca Island’s signature spa: it’s so close to the beach, you’ll unwind to the sound of lapping waves instead. Traditional treatments, including the Fijian therapeutic body soak, where a gentle, herb-scented cloud of steam is used to increase circulation and invigorate your body, are indulgent and  restorative, especially when performed in the Dusk Till Dawn treatment room – this  oceanfront bure is bookable for an entire day and night and comes with an outdoor bath, privately served meal and in-room massage.

Take the excitement up a notch on a zip-lining adventure through the trees. Zip Fiji has two sites to choose from. Their original site near Pacific Harbour is a real treat with eight zip-lines that take you over the stunning Wainadoi River valley. If you're based near Nadi or Denarau Island, you can check out their other site near Momi, a half-hour's drive out of Nadi. This site boasts 16 zip-lines and five kilometres of pure thrills gliding above old-growth trees.

Spanning more than 80 hectares, Vomo Island is a private patch of sand that offers an otherworldly kind of bliss. There are six sprawling private residences, along with 28 luxury villas, that deliver a brand of island hospitality that borders on daydream territory. Think all-inclusive food offerings, beachfront access and some excellent drawcards for families. While Fijian resorts are renowned for their extensive and exciting kids club programs, Vomo takes it one step further with their resident ‘baby butlers’. These on-site angels provide four hours of childminding services, free of charge.

Take charge with Fiji’s only self-drive dune buggies on a guided tour with Terratrek. Discover rainforests or head up into the mountains for panoramic views of the islands and sky-high outlooks over the Pacific Ocean.

A gathering place for visitors, resort guests and international boaties alike, the Yacht Club Island Bar at Musket Cove Island Resort and Marina – a 50-minute boat ride from Nadi’s Port Denarau – is everything you want in a sunset watering hole. Connected to its host resort via a floating marina walkway, the Yacht Club is composed of tiki huts, palm trees and tables set right on the sand. Best of all? There’s a cook-your-own-barbecue menu that lets you grill dinner right there on the beach, frosty Fiji Bitter in hand.

For some, simply reclining on a sun lounger won’t cut it in the relaxation stakes. Sleep tourism is one of the fastest-growing travel trends of 2024, and globally, Six Senses has been leading the charge. At this relaxed haven on Malolo Island, you can choose from a three, five or seven-day program where you’ll undergo an expert sleep analysis, indulge in spa treatments and develop meditation techniques and sleep hygiene designed to reset your circadian rhythm and transform your shuteye.

Beach hop your way through the unspoiled wilderness of Kadavu – Fiji’s southernmost island. On Tamarillo Active Travel’s multi-day sea-kayaking safari, you’ll explore one of the world's largest coral reefs – the Great Astrolabe Reef. The serene lagoons of this region are protected from large ocean swells, making it perfect for the whole family to go paddling. With a dedicated guide and tailored itinerary, you'll have the luxury of kayaking at your own pace with a support boat within easy reach. Paddle as little or as much as you want, with plenty of time to snorkel, hike and picnic on remote beaches in between.

Nestled on a private atoll 30-minutes from Port Denarau on the pristine island chain of Mamanuca, Malamala Beach Club is the kind of grown-up playground where minutes will melt by like hours. It’s a choose-your-own-adventure paradise of poolside cocktails (the Drunken Coconut houses vodka, coconut water and lime in the shell of the fruit itself), sumptuous South Pacific-inspired food and live music, with to-and-from catamaran transport included in your ticket price. Travellers with something to celebrate can go all-out and rent a private cabana (complete with personal butler) for the day or simply nab a shady spot on the sand to while away the hours.

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