Planning a Fiji family group holiday

How to plan the perfect group holiday to Fiji.

Fiji is the perfect destination to enjoy a group family holiday. Whether it’s to celebrate a family milestone or just to spend time together, you’re almost spoilt for choice when it comes the range of resorts that will keep all members of the family happy.

Fiji’s welcoming resorts and proximity to Australia make it a popular choice for family groups. Check current Smartraveller advice and tell us about any health, access or activity requirements before choosing your holiday.

We have been organising group holidays to Fiji for over 20 years and in our experience, the most common pre-requisites to consider when planning a Fiji family holiday include:

Budget

When planning group holidays it’s important to be mindful that not everyone may have the same allocated budget for accommodation. With this in mind, large resorts like the Sofitel, InterContinental and Outrigger offer a broader range of accommodation pricing options than smaller resorts.

 Accommodation choices

Not everyone in a group travelling together ever have the exact same accommodation requirements. Young families will have very different needs to the mature matriarchs of the family.

An increasingly popular option we recommend for family groups are villa rentals. Selected resorts and room categories offer one-, two- or three-bedroom accommodation with extra living space, kitchen facilities or private pools. Facilities and any butler service vary by category and will be confirmed in your quote.  We booked 4 villas at the Hilton for a family group which was like their own private min-resort within the main resort complete with large private pool. Childcare arrangements, ages, hours, availability and charges need to be confirmed for each booking.

Travelling with three or more children? Compare two-bedroom villas and three-bedroom villas, then check the permitted occupancy, fixed beds and room layout for each option. Nearby rooms are not necessarily internally connected. Tell us each child’s age, whether separate bedrooms are essential and which meals you want included. Request a whole-family quote so we can check suitable arrangements and the full cost for your party.

Keeping the kids busy

When travelling with kids, particularly large groups of kids, we recommend resorts that offer excellent Kid’s Club and babysitting services.  Check the age limits, supervision arrangements, session times and booking requirements before planning time away from the children. We recently wrote an article on great Kids Clubs in Fiji. Click here to read it >

In-resort activities

One of the reasons why Fiji is perfect for family group holidays is that most resorts have everything you could possible need conveniently contained within the grounds.  Diving, swimming, snorkeling, bars, restaurants, tennis courts, volleyball, shopping, gyms, beauty facilities, yoga, water aerobics… the list goes on. Some resorts offer more activities than others so, depending on the requirements of the group, we know what resorts will keep everyone happy based on the ages of the travelers.

Restaurants and bars

Having a choice of restaurants and eateries is paramount when travelling in a group. Typically larger resorts are better in this respect as they often have 3 or 4 restaurants onsite, each offering a choice of delicious, fresh cuisine.

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Resorts perfect for a group holiday with family

In our experience, we believe some resorts cater to groups travelling together more so than others.  Below are six Fiji resorts perfect for group holidays based on the feedback we have received from our clients.

Castaway Island Resort

If you are seeking an intimate island experience at a smaller resort, then Castaway is the perfect choice.  Covered in 174 acres of lush tropical vegetation, surrounded by white sand beaches and vibrant coral reefs, Castaway is the heart and soul of the Fiji Islands. The resort exemplifies the warmth and genuine hospitality of her Fijian family of staff. Castaway offers water sports for everyone and every age; snorkeling the island’s spectacular fringing coral reefs, windsurfing, parasailing, catamaran sailing or waterskiing on the crystal clear lagoon. Island hop by speed boat with a champagne picnic, take a dolphin safari, play tennis on a champion ship sized court or simply relax in a hammock under the swaying palms. Explore 28 outstanding recreational dive sites within 20 minutes of the resort. Qualified instructors and dive masters offer a selection of dive courses and exhilarating dive options.

Location: The beautiful Mamanuca Island Group.  By coach and launch you can reach Castaway Island in 2 hours.

Accommodation options:

• Island bures : 1 king bed + 2 single beds
• Ocean view bures : 1 king bed + 2 single beds
• Beach bure : 1 king bed + 2 single beds
• Family beach bure : 2 king beds + 6 single beds

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Malolo Island Resort

Malolo offers guests an intimate, rustic island experience where it’s all about kicking back in a bure near the beach. Malolo is owned by a local Fijian family so it’s all about reconnecting with family and friends without the distractions of “mod cons”.  Perfect for families, at Malolo you can fill your day with a myriad of activities or simply unwind and do nothing at all.

There are an array of activities and experiences on offer to keep even the most active of guests occupied. There is a free kids club 4-12 year olds and plenty of water sports fun.  Malolo features a fantastic variety of menus and dining locations. From our selection of bars and dining venues, you can enjoy a casual snack by the beach or experience relaxed dining amongst the coconut palms.

Location: Malolo Island is 25km from Nadi Airport by coach and launch transfer.

Accommodation options:

• Ocean view bure: 1 x king bed + 2 x single beds. Suitable for 4 people (2 adults & 2 children).
• Deluxe ocean view bure: 1 x king bed in a separate bedroom and two single beds in the spacious living area. Suitable for 4 people (2 adults & 2 children).
• Tadra Bures: for couples and adults only; not a family accommodation option.
• Family Bures: four two-bedroom bures, each with two king bedrooms and three single/daybeds, sleeping up to seven guests. Specific bure numbers and locations cannot be guaranteed.

More information about Malolo Resort »

Hilton Fiji Beach Resort & Spa

Retreat to paradise at the Hilton Fiji Beach Resort and Spa and soak up some sun on the 1.5km of private beach. Laze by one of the hotel’s seven pools or make the most nearby watersports such as jet skiing, parasailing, waterskiing and fishing. Play a couple of sets of tennis, perfect your swing on the world-class golf course just 5 minutes away or indulge in a rejuvenating Myoxy Caviar facial at the hotel’s tranquil award winning spa.

Location: Found on the west side of Fiji’s main island, Viti Levu, the resort is 20 minutes from Nadi’s International Airport.

Accommodation options: The range of accommodation at the Hilton is outstanding for family groups holidaying together.

• Studios : Ideal couples retreat. Maximum 3 guests.
• One-bedroom accommodation: maximum 3 guests. Confirm the selected category, bedding and facilities.
• Two-bedroom accommodation: maximum 5 guests. Kitchen and laundry facilities vary by category.
• Three-bedroom penthouses or residences: maximum 7 guests. Confirm the selected layout and facilities.
• Larger groups: ask us to confirm a suitable combination of rooms, including bedding and room locations.

Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa

Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa is located on beautiful Denarau Island. This five star beachfront resort features luxury hotel facilities with an elegant French touch where you’ll experience a holiday in paradise amidst a vibrant local holiday culture.

This resort couldn’t be more conveniently located. It is adjacent to world class Denarau Golf and Racquet Club and a 15-20 minute stroll to the Port of Denarau (or you may choose to catch the shuttle bus) where you’ll find the largest single collection of quality shopping and dining in Fiji. Denarau Port is also the launching point for travel to the outer islands for snorkelling and diving.

Waitui Beach Club is an adults-only area for guests aged 16 and over, with pools, cabanas, a bar and restaurant.

Waitui Beach Club access is included with Waitui and Waitui Plus accommodation or specific inclusive packages. We will confirm age eligibility, access, current inclusions and any resort works for your travel dates.

Location: Denarau Island. 20 minute drive from Nadi International Airport.

Accommodation options:

• Superior rooms: King and Twin categories are available; confirm bedding and occupancy for the selected room.
• Luxury King Room: adults-only, for a maximum of 2 guests aged 16 and over.
• Family Suite: 1 king bed and bunk beds, for a maximum of 2 adults and 2 children aged up to 12 years.
• Prestige Suite: 1 king bed, for a maximum of 2 guests aged 16 and over.
• Opera Suite: 1 king bed and a separate living room, for a maximum of 2 guests aged 16 and over.
• Imperial Suite: 1 king bed and a separate living room, for a maximum of 2 guests aged 16 and over.

More information about Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa »

InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa

The InterContinental, located on beautiful Natadola Beach on Fiji ‘s main island of Viti Levu, resort offers an outer island experience on the mainland. It is one of only a handful of resorts on the mainland with a white sandy beach. Palm fringed, and perfect for swimming, snorkelling and surfing, Natadola Beach has been referred to as “Fiji’s best beach”.

This large resort offers an endless array of activities and facilities to keep all members of the family happy during their stay including a championship golf course that rivals the world’s best, large family pool + adult only infinity pool, nightly entertainment, 24 hour fitness club, Planet Trekkers Kids Club plus babysitting facilities. There is a choice of dining options ranging from fine dining to casual restaurants, cafes and bars.

Accommodation options : There is a broad choice of accommodation available featuring beachfront, garden and lagoon view rooms. Connecting configurations may be available for groups. Some share a private entrance rather than an internal connecting door, so the exact layout and availability should be confirmed. One- and two-bedroom suites are available; layouts and outdoor areas vary by category, and private plunge pools are included only in selected suites.  For family groups seeking for a decadent, luxury escape, the Natadola Suite is a private sanctuary perched high on the hilltop overlooking the resort and boasting sweeping views. This residential-style suite is a sprawling 218 square meters and features two bedrooms with ensuites, kitchenette, indoor dining and living room area, private pool, a tropical courtyard, and dedicated outdoor entertainment space.

Location: About an hour by road from Nadi International Airport, depending on traffic and transfer arrangements.

More information about InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa  »

Outrigger Fiji Beach Resort

This resort was designed and built to reflect the true Fijian experience and way of life – it is where traditional Fijian village meets five star luxury! This 5 star resort is situated in the heart of Fiji’s Coral Coast and is set on a white sand beach, amongst 40 acres of tall palms and lush tropical landscaped gardens.

The resort’s guest facilities are second to none and include a huge lagoon style swimming pool, extensive water activities, complimentary 24 hour fitness centre, 2 flood lit tennis courts, an international standard golf training facility, 4 unique restaurants and 5 bars. The property has a terrific Kids Club and there is a comprehensive daily activities program to suit guests of all ages. OUTRIGGER offers the Meimei nanny service. Age limits, care ratios, availability, hours and charges should be confirmed for your family.

The resort offers just about everything to keep the children and adults as busy, or as quiet as you like. OUTRIGGER Fiji Beach Resort caters to younger and older children equally and offers tailored programs for each.

Location : OUTRIGGER Fiji Beach Resort is an hour drive from Nadi International Airport and takes you through the popular duty free shopping spot of Sigatoka – just five minutes from the resort.

Accommodation options : Accommodation includes contemporary guest rooms, suites and traditional-style bures. Current options include the categories below; we will confirm the exact bedding, maximum occupancy and any connecting arrangements for your group.

• Guest rooms: Resort View, Resort View Courtyard, Ocean View and Premium Ocean View.
• One Bedroom Suite.
• Plantation Bure; a Plantation Bure with Private Pool is also offered.
• Plantation Family Two Bedroom Bure.
• Ocean Breeze Bure.
• Beachfront Bure.

More information about OUTRIGGER Fiji Beach Resort  »

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Fiji is the most perfect place on earth.  The islands and their waters are pure and pristine, just as they were generations ago.  The sands are white, the waters warm and the tropical rainforest is lush and shady.  Fiji offers everything from total relaxation to fun adventure. The Fijian people are welcoming and friendly, and they encourage you to enjoy their island home.  They are family oriented and find joy in helping you celebrate your time in Fiji. Throughout the Fiji Islands, you will find a friendliness experienced nowhere else in the world.

No-one knows these extraordinary islands as we do!  We are specialist Fiji travel agents and can organise every aspect of your island escape.  Whether you’re planning a family holiday, tropical wedding, romantic escape or honeymoon, adults-only getaway, group holiday with friends and family, island cruise or corporate retreat, we can help. Be sure to check out our Fiji package deals and travel discounts.

Our team understands that sometimes an ‘off-the-shelf’ holiday package isn’t good enough. Perhaps you want a Fiji holiday that’s unique and personalised and that is exactly what makes us different. We believe that every holiday should be special and dedicate ourselves to creating Fiji holidays that will create long-lasting memories.

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