Nadi Town Tour: Discover Fijian Culture

Explore Nadi Town’s culture on a guided walking tour. Meet locals, taste treats, and learn Fijian traditions. Book your spot now!

Duration: 2 hours, 45 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Nadi Produce Markets - Explore a lively farmers market to discover local farm and spice products. Learn about various root crops, vegetables, traditional farming, and cooking techniques passed down through generations. Experience and taste the traditional Fijian drink, Kava, and understand its cultural significance. Adorn yourself with the traditional ‘Tabua,’ a sperm whale’s tooth, and learn its importance in Fijian culture. Begin your local fruit tasting adventure here and indulge in delicious homemade desserts called ‘Vakalolo.’ This is an essential part of the tour.

  • Handicraft Market - Delve into the local handicraft market to gain a deeper appreciation of Fijian cultural craftsmanship from various village communities. Discover genuine wood carvings, mat weavings, artwork, locally designed clothing, and handmade coconut jewelry. Your guide will introduce you to the traditional cloth-making process known as ‘Masi,’ crafted from the bark of the paper mulberry tree (Broussonetia papyrifera), also referred to as Tapa cloth in Fiji. Exclusively made by women, Masi holds cultural importance. Your guide will also explain how the national airline’s traditional logo was designed and its significance to Fijians. Connect with local artisans, hear their stories, and learn about the preparation and sale of each item. Discover essential artifacts that reflect Fijian culture in this enriching experience.

  • Sri Siva Subramaniya Temple - Visit the largest Hindu temple in the southern hemisphere, showcasing a rare architectural style seldom seen outside India. Inside, find sacred statues crafted by artisans brought from India. The tour also highlights the initial indentured labor system that brought the first Indian workers to Fiji for cotton and sugarcane farms. Enjoy Indian sweet treats paired with masala tea and engage in conversations with local priests about each sub-temple’s functions. Gain insights into Hindu culture and traditions, and witness the creation of delightful dishes as you chat with local priests and chefs. Don’t miss this unique opportunity.

  • Jack’s of Fiji - Conclude the tour at ‘Jack’s Fiji’ handicraft store and The Corner Cafe. Here, you can purchase lovely souvenirs for family and friends back home and enjoy the comfort of an air-conditioned restaurant for refreshments and a light lunch to end your experience. It’s also a great chance to chat with your guide, gather insider tips, and learn about more exciting adventures for your holiday. Plus, this location is easily accessible by public transportation, including taxis and buses, making it convenient for your return to the hotel.

What's Included
  • Taste some local treats
  • Temple entry fee
  • Fully guided walking tour
What's Not Included
  • Pick up/ Drop off
  • Food & Drink
  • Tips & gratuities
Additional Information

Explore Nadi town uniquely with our exclusive walking tour – the only one of its kind in the area!

This tour is an excellent way to kick off your Fijian vacation, allowing you to familiarize yourself with the destination, engage with the locals, discover the rich culture, and savor some local delicacies along the journey.

This off-the-beaten-path experience offers a comprehensive understanding of traditional Fijian culture. You’ll have the chance to hold the most treasured traditional Fijian item, the ‘Tabua’ or Whale’s tooth, and uncover its mysteries.

The 2.5-hour tour is pleasant, relaxed, easy-going, comfortable, highly informative, and enjoyable. It’s also an opportunity to learn about the aspirations of these wonderful people from diverse backgrounds, renowned for their hospitality.

Each tour is limited to 8 participants. Reserve your spot now!

Location
Prouds Downtown Nadi Shopping Complex
We meet all our clients at the front of the 'Prouds Shopping Complex Building' Main Street, Nadi Town. Your tour guide will have your names and booking confirmation receipt and please present your booking tickets as well for confirmation.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Philipbz4175wd
Aug 31, 2024
Exceptional walking tour experience - An informative, interesting and thoroughly enjoyable! A very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful guide. A must for any trip to the west coast of Fiji
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Nicci_m
Jul 30, 2024
Must do Nadi walking tour - The whole experience, the open markets with John were amazing. The temple tour and John's knowledge and stories.
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Yifang_c
Jul 14, 2024
Great tour with lovely guider - I don't think I could ever find where to go, or shall I say dare to go anywhere without our lovely guider John. We went to town on a Saturday, with the rugby game going on, it was a quite busy afternoon, lots of people on the street. I was pretty nervous, specially with my 2 young teens and 2 little kids. John made me feel like nothing to worry about because he knows everything. Highly recommended!
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909lluviag
Jun 27, 2024
Great fun and insightful - John was extremely welcoming and knowledgeable. He encouraged us to ask questions and speak to the locals he introduced us too; which was great as two of us in the group are always keen in asking questions! He had great energy and we felt safe and comfortable with him. My favorite part was trying all the amazing produce at the market; a bit of a foodies heaven. Would do this tour again with family and friends, when back in Fiji.
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Vanessajs8777jc
Jun 27, 2024
Authentic Fiji experience - John was an incredible guide and really opened my eyes to the authentic Fiji experience. He welcomed many questions and took us to a temple, craft market, and food market. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone that wants to learn more about Fijian culture and experience all this amazing island has to offer.
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Bronwyn_b
May 26, 2024
Nadi up close and personal. - John is very knowledgeable and shared with so much passion. He was punctual and attentive. A great way to walk amongst the locals and know you are in good hands.
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Lauriec62861
May 24, 2024
A must do in Nadi! - One of the best things I did on my trip to Fiji. I wanted to experience a bit about the culture of this country but didn't want to do a bus tour. John was SO knowledgeable about the traditions and history of this area and has great pride for it. He was patient and maneuvered around the downtown area of Nadi and took pictures of me (I was solo) so I would have them to remember. Just a wealth of knowledge and I really would have missed out if I didn't do this tour! Thank you John!
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Lisahoyle7806
Feb 16, 2024
Fiji, a beautiful country, people and culture - John, our host was a wonderful guide. He walked us through the town giving bits of information, history, customs and advise. Great start to our trip allowing us to make further plans to explore this beautiful culture. We tasted many things in the farmers market including Kava, fresh coconut and coconut milk. Saw beautiful handcrafted items and learned about daily life for many in Fiji. Excellent tour.
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Kajetravel
Feb 5, 2024
Great walking tour experience - This was such an awesome tour. We got a chance to experience the authenticity of Nadi through a local tour guide. We went at our pace and were able to ask tons of questions through which was answered with sincerity, humor and honesty. Definitely recommend. It was not to strenuous so anyone can do it
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Lai_l
Jul 15, 2024
Good tour with John - John is very knowledgeable about the history of Fiji. Well explained in an interesting way. But the market is not vet impressive at all
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