South Pacific
Fiji honeymoons and romantic getaways
Planned by McKenzie McCarty, South Pacific specialist at Susan's Travel Services in Cave Creek, Arizona.
Why couples choose Fiji
Fiji has 333 islands, and some of the most private resorts in the South Pacific. On a private island like Laucala or Kokomo, the whole island can feel like it belongs to the 2 of you.
Then there's the welcome. You'll hear "Bula!" everywhere, the staff learns your names on day 1, and many couples say a kava ceremony or a Sunday village visit was the moment they talk about most when they get home.
And Fiji runs on "Fiji Time." Nobody rushes, and after a day or 2, neither will you. That's exactly what most couples need after a wedding.
Plan your honeymoonWhere to stay for a honeymoon
Private island resorts
Best for: The ultimate honeymoon, milestone anniversaries and couples who want total privacy.
Islands like Laucala, Kokomo and VOMO are built for couples who want space and seclusion: private villas with their own pools, dinners set up wherever you want them, and a staff that seems to know what you want before you ask.
Suggested stay: 4 to 5 nights
The Mamanuca Islands
Best for: Couples who want an easy arrival, calm lagoons and adults-only options.
The Mamanucas are close to Nadi by boat (about 40 to 60 minutes), helicopter or seaplane. This is where you'll find adults-only resorts like Likuliku Lagoon, which has Fiji's best-known overwater bures, and Tokoriki Island Resort.
Suggested stay: 4 to 5 nights
The Yasawa Islands
Best for: Couples who want remote, quiet and dramatic scenery.
Farther north, with volcanic peaks, hidden beaches and a handful of small resorts. Turtle Island, known for couples, is here.
Suggested stay: 4 nights
Taveuni and Vanua Levu
Best for: Adventurous couples who love diving, waterfalls and a quieter, more local Fiji.
Taveuni is the Garden Island, with rainforest waterfalls and the soft corals of the Rainbow Reef. On Vanua Levu, Savusavu has hot springs, a relaxed harbor and adults-only resorts like Namale.
Suggested stay: 3 to 4 nights
Beqa Lagoon and Kadavu
Best for: Couples who dive.
Beqa Lagoon is home to one of the world's famous shark dives, and Royal Davui is an adults-only island resort nearby. Kadavu is remote and known for manta rays.
Suggested stay: 3 to 4 nights
Overwater bure or beachfront villa?
Fiji has only a few overwater bures (bungalows), mostly at Likuliku Lagoon in the Mamanucas. Most luxury resorts here are known for beachfront and hillside villas with private pools, which often give you more space and more privacy. If an overwater stay is on your list, it books up early, so tell us first.
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Romantic moments we can arrange
- A private sandbank picnic, dropped off by boat with lunch and champagne
- A sunset dinner on the beach or on your own deck
- Couples spa treatments, many using local coconut and Fijian oils
- A seaplane or helicopter flight over the reefs and islands
- Snorkeling or diving the soft coral of the Rainbow Reef
- A traditional kava ceremony or Sunday village visit
- A vow renewal or blessing on the beach
Sample honeymoon itineraries
The classic honeymoon, about 10 nights
1 night in Denarau, 5 nights on a private island, 4 nights in the Yasawas.
Adults-only and easy, about 8 nights
Likuliku Lagoon or Tokoriki in the Mamanucas, 4 nights, then 4 nights in the Yasawas.
For couples who dive, about 10 nights
Taveuni, 5 nights, then Savusavu, 5 nights.
Fiji and Australia or New Zealand, about 14 nights
Start or end with 4 or 5 beach nights in Fiji as a relaxed finish to a longer trip.
Good to know: Add a night near Nadi if your flight arrives very early or leaves late, so you start your honeymoon rested.
Getting to Fiji
Fiji Airways flies nonstop to Nadi from Los Angeles (about 11 hours), San Francisco, Dallas (about 13 hours) and Honolulu. From Phoenix, you'll connect through one of those. You cross the International Date Line, so you arrive a day after you leave and get that day back flying home. From Nadi, you'll reach your island by boat, seaplane or helicopter, and we arrange every transfer.
When to go
May to October is the dry season, with sunny days, cooler evenings and lower humidity. It's the most popular time for honeymoons.
November to April is warmer, more humid and wetter, and falls within the South Pacific cyclone season (roughly December to mid-April). Many days are still beautiful, and resorts are often quieter and better value.
Humpback whales pass through from July to October.
| Season | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry season | No | No | No | No | Best | Best | Best | Best | Best | Best | No | No |
| Warmer, wetter (cyclone season) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Whale season | No | No | No | No | No | No | Whales | Whales | Whales | Whales | No | No |
Fiji or Tahiti for a honeymoon?
Tahiti is the classic overwater bungalow honeymoon, with dramatic lagoons and a French influence. Fiji is warmer in spirit, with more private islands, more adults-only resorts, and often better value. Many couples choose based on whether the overwater bungalow or the privacy matters more.
Traveling as a family?
Fiji is also wonderful for families, with kids' clubs and nannies at many resorts. Ask McKenzie about family-friendly options.
Booking through a Virtuoso agency
We're a Virtuoso agency, so at many Virtuoso resorts our couples get extras like daily breakfast and an upgrade when one is available. And when you tell us it's your honeymoon, we make sure the resort knows.
Plan your honeymoonFrequently asked questions
Is Fiji good for a honeymoon?
Yes. Fiji has some of the most private resorts in the South Pacific, many adults-only options, and a famously warm welcome.
What are the best adults-only resorts in Fiji?
Likuliku Lagoon and Tokoriki Island Resort in the Mamanucas, Namale on Vanua Levu, and Royal Davui near Beqa Lagoon are popular with couples. We'll match you to the right one.
Does Fiji have overwater bungalows?
A few. Likuliku Lagoon in the Mamanuca Islands has Fiji's best-known overwater bures. Most luxury resorts focus on beachfront villas with private pools.
What are the best private island resorts in Fiji for couples?
Laucala, Kokomo and VOMO are among the most exclusive, and Turtle Island in the Yasawas is known for couples.
Fiji or Tahiti for a honeymoon?
Tahiti is known for overwater bungalows. Fiji is known for private islands, adults-only resorts and often better value.
How many nights do we need in Fiji?
About 8 to 10 nights, usually split between 2 resorts.
When is the best time for a Fiji honeymoon?
May to October, during the dry season. November to April is warmer and wetter, but often quieter.
How long is the flight to Fiji from the U.S.?
About 11 hours nonstop from Los Angeles or San Francisco, and about 13 hours from Dallas.
Do Americans need a visa for Fiji?
U.S. citizens don't need a visa for tourist stays. Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months. We confirm current requirements for every trip.
Can we renew our vows in Fiji?
Yes. Many resorts arrange vow renewals and beach blessings, and Haley, our destination wedding specialist, can help plan one. Meet Haley
Your specialist
McKenzie McCarty
Chief Strategy Officer and Luxury Travel Advisor, South Pacific
McKenzie has stayed at the resorts she recommends and matches each client with the right island.
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