Culture of Mamanuca Island. Places to visit - old town, temples, theaters, museums and palaces

Natural beauty is the attraction of Fiji. If you prefer to go to museums and ancient ruins, then you definitely should not go to the Fijian Islands. But if you appreciate stunning sunsets, wild nature, and white sandy beaches, the Mamanuca Islands will not disappoint you. An interesting and varied excursion program is offered to guests here.

First of all, the islands will be of interest to fans of American cinema in general and Tom Hanks in particular. It was on the island of Monuriki, which is part of the Mamanuca Archipelago that the popular film "Cast Away" was shot. Today, guests of the island are invited to visit the filming locations. You can also wander along the beaches that you can see in the film and visit the cave that became the home of the main character.

A trip to the island of Malolo is one of the most interesting excursions. A small but very picturesque settlement is located here. It is called Solevu. You should definitely come here if you want to get acquainted with the traditions and rituals of the natives and see how the Fijians live. In addition, you can buy interesting ethnic Souvenirs here. You must also explore the old church. It is located in a village. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

Beachcomber Island is also worthy of attention. This is a marine reserve. It offers many interesting attractions for fans of scuba diving and snorkeling. Various types of fish and shellfish, large sea turtles, dolphins, and sharks are found here. Small fishes swim very close to the divers. You can even touch them. Of course, you should be careful. But such dives are quite safe in general. The coral reefs that surround the island are magnificent. Unusually bright and diverse corals, which are home to a variety of marine inhabitants, will interest tourists of all ages.

Especially many offers are related to visiting the rainforests on the remote Islands of the archipelago. The forest on Ngalito Island is one of the most popular directions. In addition to many exotic plants, you can see rare species of birds here. Therefore, amateur ornithologists are happy to come here to observe the birds. Nature fans should definitely come to Bounty Island. Giant sea turtles lay their eggs here. You can watch hundreds of small turtles get out of the sand and rush to the water in a certain season. You can also see huge turtles swimming in to make laying eggs.

If you prefer hiking, then excursions to Malolo Island will be ideal for you. One of the routes involves climbing to the highest point on the island. A magnificent view of the ocean and neighboring Islands opens from here. The path runs through tropical thickets. You can observe all the diversity of the archipelago's flora there. There are also uninhabited Islands here. You will have the opportunity to feel like Robinsons there. Be sure to visit one of them to see wild nature and beaches. Excursions to the Islands of Monuriki or Manu are most often offered to guests in the Mamanuca Archipelago.

In addition, there are caves, the entrance to which is located underwater on almost every island. If you dare to dive, you can admire the magnificent natural arches. Such excursions are intended for divers. But the experience is definitely worth the risk. If your finances allow and you have opportunities then try to book an aerial sightseeing tour over the archipelago. The island of Tavarua looks particularly original from the air. Its heart-shaped form has made it one of the most recognizable places in the world thanks to its replicated photos. This is the island that newlyweds choose for their honeymoon.