Dive Review of Kai Viti Divers/Wananavu Beach Resort in
Fiji and Tuvalu/Rakiraki, Viti Levu

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Kai Viti Divers/Wananavu Beach Resort, Jun, 2007, by Rick Bates, Ontario, Canada ( Contributor 15 reports with 6 Helpful votes). Report 3566.
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Ratings and Overall Comments 1 (worst) - 5 (best):
Accommodations		Food
Service and Attitude		Environmental Sensitivity	N/A
Dive Operation		Shore Diving
Snorkeling	N/A
Overall Rating
Value for $$	N/A
Beginners
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Comments	We did extensive research on diving and resorts prior to selecting Wananavu/Kai Viti and were not disappointed. We were met at Nadi airport as arranged, and enjoyed the two hour drive to the opposite end of the island, although we were not expecting it. The driver was full of information about sites and local history along the way. On arrival, all bags taken down to our beachfront bure for us, and dive gear left out for morning pick up by dive shop staff. Gear was rinsed and placed out for us on the boat each morning after that, and rinsed out and hung to dry after our last dive of the week. Staff on board the boat included a husband and wife team who were superb! Briefings, safety, and diver comfort always paramount. There was always a dive master in the water if you wanted to follow him around, very good at pointing out small critters and special features. Fresh home baked snacks and drinks available after every dive, which were most welcomed. We often had to cross the channel to pick up divers at another resort, which wasn’t a big deal. No more than 8 to 10 divers every day on a boat that was set up for about 16, so there was lots of room. Limited space with protection from the sun however. Their second boat appeared to be roomier, but it was always more crowded, so we were happy to be on the smaller boat. Dives were wonderful, although they got a little repetitious as the week went on, but the crew was happy to take us further out into the “Bligh Waters” (Kora Sea) where the diving was nothing short of spectacular. Some trips were 3 tank dives with boxed lunches provided by the resort if ordered the night prior. No big fish during this time of year, but macro and reef life more than made up for it. We spoke to a number of other divers at Wananavu who were booked in with the “other” dive shop nearby who had many complaints, and it was clear that we were with the better operation of the two. The report itself was everything that we expected. Meals were fully stocked buffet breakfasts, including omelettes to order. Lunch and dinner were from a limited selection from a menu. Food was always reliable, but nothing too spectacular. The staff remembers your name from the moment you arrive and were 100% attentive and helpful throughout our stay. Many afternoon activities offered, including visit to a local village, all were fun and worth the effort. Our package deal including dives and meals was very economical, and I would recommend. The bures have large showers, double sinks and great AC. We did not sense or see any effects of the ongoing political problems in Fiji. If we went back, we would choose Wananavu & Kai Viti again, but also stay in Fiji longer, and do at least 4 more days somewhere completely different.
Reporter and Travel
Dive Experience	Over 1000 dives
Where else diving	Papua New Guinea, Australia, British Columbia, Great Lakes, Bahamas, Curacao, Roatan, Turks & Caicos, Florida, North Carolina.
Closest Airport		Getting There
Dive Conditions
Weather	sunny, windy	Seas	calm, choppy
Water Temp	81-81°F / 27-27°C	Wetsuit Thickness	3
Water Visibility	50-75 Ft/ 15-23 M
Dive Policy
Dive own profile	yes
Enforced diving restrictions	No restrictions
Liveaboard?	no	Nitrox Available?	N/A
What I Saw
Sharks	None	Mantas	None
Dolphins	None	Whale Sharks	None
Turtles	None	Whales	None
Ratings 1(worst) - 5 (best):
Corals		Tropical Fish
Small Critters		Large Fish
Large Pelagics
Underwater Photography 1 (worst) - 5 (best):
Subject Matter		Boat Facilities
Overall rating for UWP's		Shore Facilities	N/A
UW Photo Comments	Fresh, separate bucket always provided. Crew happy to assist with camera needs.

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Dive Review of Kai Viti Divers/Wananavu Beach Resort in Fiji and Tuvalu/Rakiraki, Viti Levu

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Dive Review of Kai Viti Divers/Wananavu Beach Resort in
Fiji and Tuvalu/Rakiraki, Viti Levu