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"The island is beautiful and the staff are top notch. They are all so friendly and always smiling.The main reason for going was the snorkeling and diving which did not disappoint. The corals were spectacular."

"We travelled with two teenage boys. We all had a great time. All the staff were very helpful and friendly. Staff were greeting each of our family members from the first day. Diving was great. Snorkling from the beach in front of the resort was amazing. Nice coral full of life. Food was good as well. We had a beach villa. It was excellent and close to the main area of the resort. "

"The snorkeling at the resort is not good at all (don't believe the staff when they tell you to snorkel out front to the wharf or down at the point at the south end of Blue Lagoon Beach), so you have to spend money to go better places but it's only $30 fjd for a guided snorkel outing, you don't have to go far, just across the channel. Other resorts have good snorkeling off their beaches (see Naqalia resort). I heard that Barefoot Manta is the best, Blue Lagoon beach resort has good snorkeling too but when we were there they couldn't snorkel due to high winds. Staff are fantastic, someone sings and plays guitar every night during dinner (plus a welcome song and goodbye song and morning song every morning!). Food is great and had large portions. The views from the treetop bures are fantastic! They don't have air-conditioning but have a strong fan and that was good enough while we were there. In summary, I would stay here again because it's so lovely and staff are so good, but I would organize a snorkeling trip every day."

"Everything was great "

"Absolutely amazing spot with the friendliest, most helpful staff ever. Couldn’t recommend highly enough :)"

"Amazing family run business. The meals were delicious and the staff very friendly and helpful. Free snorkeling gear and kayaks. The property was very quiet and a great way to recharge and start my trip in Fiji!"

"This property is exception and entire staff members are wonderful. We would give this resort the highest recommendation. Thank you Paul and Liti and your great team. "

"Private island with no outsiders. Have daily activities for sightseeing and snorkeling. Vert quiet and safe. Staff are very friendly. Great for vacation with privacy!"

"We had 4 nights in Navotua villageIt was the highlight of our 3 week holiday Mele looked after our every need and genuinely cared for my husband who arrived at the stay with fish poisoning.We really felt the village surrounded him with love. Luckily he was able to see the doctor and avoided hospital. The Bure on the beach was perfect for rehabilitation,breezy,clean and comfortable. We had meals with a different family each time,always fresh and tasty,plenty of papaya and local delicacies.One time we even had lobster.The local crabs, custard pie and real coffee were the best. We made the most of the activities on offer. But best of all were the friendships we made with these beautiful people and the generosity of sharing their culture with us.Buka vinaka."