Highlights:
Summary
Paradise Taveuni Resort serves as a premier scuba diving destination on Fiji's Taveuni Island, renowned for its position amid the Soft Coral Capital of the World. This boutique property, accommodating up to 32 guests, features an on-site PADI Dive Center and refreshed oceanfront accommodations with private outdoor showers and expansive decks. Guests enjoy access to over 40 dive sites, including the famed Rainbow Reef, alongside serene beachfront relaxation and cultural immersion opportunities. As of December 2025, the resort runs on full solar power.
Location
Paradise Taveuni sits on Taveuni's southern coast near Vuna Village, offering direct ocean vistas. Reach the resort via Taveuni Airport (TVU), about 60 minutes away by 4WD vehicle over a partly unsealed road, or opt for a scenic 30-minute speedboat ride from the wharf for $300 USD return per 1-2 guests. International travelers fly into Nadi (NAN), then connect via domestic flights from Fiji Airways or others, lasting around 60 minutes over reefs and islands.
Highlights
Total rooms: 16
WiFi: Available throughout the resort
Nitrox: Offered at the dive center
Nearest airport: Taveuni Airport (TVU)
Transfers: Airport 4WD or speedboat options
House reef: Yes, accessible from shore for easy entry dives
This PADI 5 Star dive operation is fully on-site, emphasizing personalized service with local Fijian instructors.
Resort Facilities and Features
The resort provides air-conditioned oceanfront bures and vales, each with king beds, private lava-rock garden showers, and spacious decks. A complimentary air-conditioned camera room supports underwater photographers, while general amenities include beachfront dining areas and hammocks for sunset views. No on-site spa or gym mentioned; focus remains on diving and island exploration.
Itineraries
Typical stays blend daily boat dives to Rainbow Reef (20-30 minutes away) with optional shore dives on the house reef. Mornings often feature two-tank trips, afternoons allow relaxation or land tours like waterfall hikes, and evenings offer night dives when conditions permit. Customized schedules accommodate guest requests, with dive gear handled by staff.
Seasons
Taveuni enjoys a tropical climate year-round, with dry season from May to October featuring calmer seas ideal for diving, and wetter months from November to April bringing more rain but warmer waters. High season aligns with dry periods (June-September for humpback sightings), low season offers fewer crowds.
Diving Difficulty
Sites cater to all levels: beginner-friendly shallow reefs up to 18m with minimal currents; intermediate walls at 20-25m with mild drifts; advanced drops to 30m+ involving stronger currents and surface waves.
Dive Sites
Over 40 sites span Vuna Reef and Rainbow Reef, including The Great White Wall (Level 3, white soft coral tunnels and mantas), The Zoo (Level 3, sharks, barracuda schools, eels), and Orgasm (Level 2, sharks, rays, pelagics at 18m). Vuna Reef highlights hard corals and marine life variety.
Diving Facilities
The on-site Paradise PADI Dive Center uses top vessels: Taveuni Explorer (26 divers, with galley, bathroom, shower) and Lady Paradise (12 divers). Nitrox available; staff manages gear transport. Night diving offered; courses from beginner to advanced.
Land Activities
Options include waterfall hikes and jumps, natural rock waterslides, sports fishing charters, kayaking, village visits for kava ceremonies, and treks seeking the rare Taqimoucia flower. Island hopping and birdwatching enhance non-dive days.
Wildlife Encounters
Expect soft coral blooms, whitetip reef sharks, Napoleon wrasse, manta rays, barracuda schools, morays, groupers, Spanish mackerel, and giant tuna. Humpback whales appear June-September; mantas and pilot whales often spotted en route to sites.
Additional Information
Currency accepted: USD and FJD
Electrical outlets: Type I (Fiji standard, 240V)
Time zone: FJT (UTC+12)
Languages spoken: English, Fijian
Features:
Accommodations
25 RoomsHouse Reef
YesOn Site Dive Shop
YesTrip Inclusions/Exclusions
Accommodations with AC and outdoor shower
Diving based on package
Three daily meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
Unlimited house reef access
Resort WiFi
Welcome Refreshments
Welcome Foot Rub (15 mins) on arrival
Room serviced daily
Tea, coffee & cookies
Kayak use & Snorkelling gear hire (mask, fins & snorkel)
Large selection of complimentary resort activities
International and domestic flights to Fiji and onward to Taveuni or Savusavu
Insurance
Nitrox fills
Rental equipment
Marine park fees
Airport transfers
Land tours
Gratuities
