Lake Tagimaucia
A crater lake on the central ridge of Taveuni, with floating vegetation on its surface, surrounded by the native habitat of the Tagimaucia flower.
Lake Tagimaucia lies in an ancient volcanic crater at about 800 meters (2,600 feet) in central Taveuni. Floating plants cover much of its surface, and cloud forest surrounds it. This is the main wild habitat of the Tagimaucia flower (Medinilla waterhousei), Fiji's national flower, whose red and white flower clusters bloom from about October to December. The round trip from the Somosomo area takes about 6 to 8 hours. The track is muddy and steep, so you must hire a local guide and pay the village entry fee.
Opening hours
Daytime only; guide required
Nearby sights
- Taveuni Island
- Des Voeux Peak
- Tavoro Waterfalls (Bouma National Heritage Park)
- Lavena Coastal Walk
- Waitavala Water Slide
- Somosomo
- 180° Meridian (Date Line) Monument
- Waitabu Marine Park