Lavena Coastal Walk
Lavena
A coastal trail on the southeast coast of Taveuni, crossing rainforest and black sand beaches to end at Wainibau Falls, where you can swim.
The Lavena Coastal Walk starts at Lavena village and runs about 5 kilometers (3 miles) one way, passing coconut groves, black sand beaches, suspension bridges and rainforest. It ends at Wainibau Falls, a two-tier waterfall, and you must wade or swim a short distance to reach the pool at its base. The round trip takes about 3 to 4 hours. The trail is managed by the village, and tickets (about FJD 30, subject to change) are sold at the Lavena village visitor center. You can also ask a villager to arrange a boat return, which passes the sea cliffs and waterfalls along the coast. The village has simple guesthouses, and Sunday is a rest day.
Opening hours
About 08:00–16:00; may close on Sundays
Nearby sights
- Tavoro Waterfalls (Bouma National Heritage Park)
- Waitabu Marine Park
- Lake Tagimaucia
- Taveuni Island
- Des Voeux Peak
- Waitavala Water Slide
- Somosomo
- 180° Meridian (Date Line) Monument