Excursion Urata rainforest & waterfall experience tour at Savusavu

Discover the abundant natural wonders of Urata Village on-foot during this panoramic, half-day hiking excursion.

Savusavu Bay, Balaga Bay, Urata Village, Fijian Welcome Ceremony and Entertainment

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 30-minute drive to Urata (pronounced 'oo rartar') Village. En route, drive along Savasavu Bay, and pass by the industrial area and Balaga Bay, proposed site for the new wharf. Your arrival at Urata Village is greeted by a Fijian welcome ceremony and entertainment.

Guided Trek, Plantation, Rainforests, Root Crops, Herbal Medicinal Plants, Waterfalls, Natural Pools

Afterward, begin your picturesque, 30-45-minute guided trek through the village, plantations and small rainforest to the waterfall and natural pools. En route, your guides point out the different types of root crops and traditional herbal medicinal plants. At the end of your trek, relax in the shade of the rainforest and cool off with an optional dip in the cold, freshwater pools beneath the falls.

Refreshments, Singing and Dancing by the Villagers, Handicrafts

Following your rest-stop, take a leisurely stroll back to the village. Upon arrival, enjoy some fresh fruit refreshments and be entertained with singing and dancing by the villagers or browse the local handicrafts for sale. At the conclusion of your tour, re-board your coach and commence the drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Savusavu Bay, Urata Village, Fijian Welcome Ceremony and Entertainment, Singing and Dancing, Guided Trek, Plantation, Rainforests, Waterfalls, Natural Pools

Note

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of walking for approximately 1.24 miles (about two kilometres), at times over uneven, natural and slippery surfaces, inclines and declines, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach. This tour is recommended for active guests in good physical condition. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear a swimsuit under a cover-up with flat, closed-toe and non-slip hiking shoes, and bring sun protection, insect repellent, a towel, change of clothing, bottled water, and credit cards or local currency for purchases from the ship. When visiting a Fijian village, it is not polite for women to wear brief shorts and it is therefore recommended that a sarong be worn over the shorts whilst in the village. Longer (Bermuda) shorts are quite acceptable. Both men and women are advised to remove caps/hats during the kava ceremony and prior to entering a village hall. Guests must be at least 16 years old to participate on this tour. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian aged 18 years or older to participate on this tour. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions. The tour sequence may vary. Space on this tour is very limited; we suggest you book in advance to avoid disappointment. Fiji is a low-income country with very basic infrastructure, and vastly different to the western culture mentality. Local conditions may be challenging; therefore, we urge flexibility and understanding as we visit unique and somewhat remote destinations. Coaches, guides, hotels, restaurants, equipment, and services are the best-available in the area, but may not be up to the standards of those found on other excursions. We thank you for your understanding.