After three days on the resort Island Denerau (near Nadi, Viti Levu) and two fun sailing experiences we left on a six day backpacker Island hopping trip with the Yasawa Flyer. The Yasawas are tiny volcano islands with lush green rain forests, palm tree lined white sandy beaches, turquoise blue waters and coral reefs just outside our thatched roof bures. Very simple accommodations and cold water showers, lots of mosquitos, but papayas, mangos, and coconuts fresh from the tree and fish from the oceans. Lots of beautiful colorful fish, navy blue sea stars, and small sting rays - just to name a few. Highlights: snorkeling in the famous Blue Lagoon, hiking the peaks of Nacula Island, Octopus resort on Waya Island (best coral reef, most clean and comfortable bures with open air showers, swimming pool, and the best food in the Yasawas). Next destination is Savusavu Bay on Vanua Levu (second largest island in Fiji).
