Our itineraries are designed for hikers. While they cover a variety of levels of difficulty, they are enjoyed most by people with a good level of fitness who hike regularly. The visit to Nabalesere and their waterfall is within most people’s ability. The track is 1.5km each way, with some up and down, but no time pressure. All the other walks are more strenuous. Our longer itineraries should leave you feeling satisfyingly tired after a good day’s hiking and a sense of achievement. The challenge of walking in Fiji comes from the heat, humidity, remoteness and the nature of the tracks, which are not constructed paths, are uneven, and can become muddy and slippery.

All three peaks in this itinerary have steep uphill sections, with staircase-like sections amongst the tree roots, and tracks that can become slippery in wet conditions. Timings are based on a standard good level of fitness, and plenty of stops. For Mt. Tomaniivi and Mt. Tova it is possible to go part way and return to the start.

Footwear

Approach or trail shoes are ideal for Fiji conditions. Proper hiking boots are also good on this itinerary as there are no major river crossings that would ordinarily inundate them. Avoid stylish trainers with no grip! Paths can be slippery and muddy – especially after rain. We recommend keeping your shoes on at all times, whether you’re crossing a river or even swimming.

Other clothing

Most people wear a lightweight t-shirt (quick-dry, collared t-shirts are ideal) and a pair of shorts for walking, but if you want to protect your shins from grass cuts, then trousers, long socks, or exercise leggings are highly recommended. If you have a lightweight raincoat/pac-a-mac, it’s worth carrying it in case we get caught in a shower… it won’t keep you dry, but it’ll keep the wind out. We also strongly recommend you bring a hat to keep the sun off your head.

Although the piped water in the villages is drunk by the locals, to reduce the chance of any problems we strongly recommend you only use only filtered, treated, or boiled water. We carry a supply of filtered water in our vehicles and we have installed Lifestraw Community filter systems at each overnight for refilling bottles. Lemon-leaf and lemongrass tea, using boiled water, is in plentiful supply in the villages, and with a bit of sugar added makes for a good energy drink!

In Fiji, you need to carry and be drinking a lot of water. How much will depend on the length of the walk, the heat, humidity, your own personal fitness, and how much you naturally sweat. However, you should be prepared to carry up to 3 litres of water, in your day pack and ensure you have enough carrying capacity. In case of urgent need there are opportunities to replenish water bottles on some of the walks from side streams, using our filter or purifying tablets. We recommend a 3-litre capacity water reservoir/bladder, so you can sip away during hikes, or lightweight refillable bottles, plus an additional smaller bottle to mix electrolytes or for the car journeys. Taking on board electrolytes on a hot day can make a big difference.

On drives between peaks we return to the main road and there is opportunity to buy any drinks or snacks you may want as we pass through various towns.

Please note: drinking alcohol is not allowed in Fijian villages.

Meals are provided by the villages and lodges, and at cafe stops during this itinerary. Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements before your trip. The guides carry some snacks to share on each hike, but if you have any favourite snacks, you should look to buy them in advance. There are no shops or stores away from the coast.

However, on drives between peaks we return to the main road and there is opportunity to buy drinks or snacks as we pass through various towns, though choice may be limited.

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