Lovoni Village
Lovoni
A traditional Fijian village set inside an ancient volcanic crater, reachable on foot over the ridge, where visitors can take part in a kava ceremony
Lovoni village lies in the extinct volcanic crater basin at the center of Ovalau, surrounded by mountains. Its villagers are known for their fierceness, and in the 19th century they resisted Cakobau and were taken as slaves. Visitors can walk from Levuka along mountain paths, crossing the ridge in about 3–5 hours (a local guide is required), or ride the village truck in and out. On arrival, custom calls for presenting kava root (sevusevu) to the chief, then taking part in the kava ceremony, eating a lunch prepared by villagers and swimming in the river. Clothing must cover the knees, and hats should not be worn. Book through a guesthouse or guide in Levuka.
Opening hours
Daytime (reservation required)
Nearby sights
- 199 Steps (Mission Hill)
- Masonic Lodge Ruins
- Royal Hotel
- Sacred Heart Church
- Levuka Methodist Church
- Levuka Historical Port Town
- Cession Site, Nasova
- Gun Rock