Matei Beaches (Prince Charles Beach)
A bay near Taveuni's northern airport, with the white sands of Prince Charles Beach and Beverly Beach, good for snorkelling and sunbathing.
Matei is the northern gateway to Taveuni, and the airport and most holiday homes are here. About 2 to 3 kilometers (1 to 2 miles) south, Prince Charles Beach, named after the visit of Prince Charles of the United Kingdom in 1970, and Beverly Beach are rare white sand beaches on the island. Snorkelling on the reef flats reveals corals and tropical fish. The beaches are on family-owned land, and a small fee may be charged at the entrance. At low tide the water is shallow and reef is exposed, so be careful not to step on coral. The coordinates given are for Matei town, and you head south along the coast road to reach the beaches.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Waitabu Marine Park
- Tavoro Waterfalls (Bouma National Heritage Park)
- Qamea Island
- Taveuni Island
- Waitavala Water Slide
- Lake Tagimaucia
- 180° Meridian (Date Line) Monument
- Somosomo