Botaira Resort - Accommodation Features

"Bula, Welcome Home" greets you as you come ashore this magnificent, secluded, unique Fiji Island Resort. The traditional welcome song, fresh flowers and juice on arrival is just the start of what is often described as the best and most relaxing holiday you can ever experience.

Botaira Resort is a secluded, unique resort located on Naviti Island, the largest island in the Yasawa Group of Islands.

Jerry and Alumita Sovatabua, have come back to their own island after years of professional experience in a 5 star Fijian hotel on the mainland. They have many years experience in business having owned and operated several of their own businesses.

Botaira Resort is a unique place to stay by combining traditional bures with western style accommodation - offering traditional and modern in one great package.

Imagine?.. "Pristine white sand and soft waves lapping on the beach as the sun sets leaving an unbelievable array of colours in the sky" ? this is the ideal romantic setting for your Fiji Wedding or honeymoon.

Dining

Chef Joshua takes great pride in the preparation and presentation of meals at the resort. A strong emphasis is on local produce with fish featuring in many main courses. The menu changes daily. Special dietary requirements and requests including vegetarian meals can be made upon check in.

Water based activities

Swimming
There is excellent swimming in front of the resort with a pontoon (swimming raft) anchored in the bay for you to rest on or dive off.
 
Snorkelling
A marvellous coral reef is right on the doorstep of Botaira Resort. The bay has wonderful coral and myriads of colourful tropical fish. Snorkelling gear is available free to guests.
 
Kayaking
Kayaks and surf kayaks are always available either for reef inspection and/or reef surfing, or just to potter around the bay.
 
Swim with the Manta Rays.
The trip involves a short boat ride to Manta Ray Passage, either the early morning or late afternoon. The Manta Ray season is typically in June and July. Swimming with these massive sea creatures is a must do activity. Please Note: Manta Rays are harmless; they do not have the lethal barbs that Sting Rays have. Small charges may apply for the boat trip.
 
Scuba Diving
World-class diving with our outstanding operator, Reef Safari, is available from the resort. They offer Introductory diving instruction for beginners and Advanced Open Water Certification courses for experienced divers. Just ask a Botaira staff member if you would like to arrange a diving trip.

Land based activities

Village Trip
The local village is approximately 40 minutes walk and takes in spectacular views of the resort and the island, or Botaira Resort staff can take you on a 30 minute boat trip around to the village for a small charge. You will be fascinated with the walk through the local village, meeting the people and children, seeing how they live, work and play. A craft market is also available on the island for you to pick up some Fijian souvenirs.
 
Eco Garden Tour
Take a personal guided tour of a the resort vege garden which is exactly like a typical village plantation. See how the different types of local fruit and vegetables grow.

Ridge Walk
The Ridge Walk takes approximately 35 minutes and is a steady climb to a peak that offers panoramic views of Naviti Island plus the rest of the Yasawas group.  
 
Spear Throwing Competition.
Learn how the locals accurately throw spears some distance and then try it for yourself, competing against others at the resort.
 
Beach Volleyball
Enjoy a game by yourselves or contribute to the organised competition and have fun with others at the resort.
 
Cocktail Hour
At sunset, from 5.30-6.30pm is Happy Hour. Enjoy special Botaira cocktails on the deck.

Weddings & Honeymoons

Botaira Resort is the perfect romantic wedding venue. Take your vows on a deserted beach with the warm water lapping at your feet, or under swaying palms, before a tropical sunset, or under the Southern stars - the choice is yours!

The standard wedding package takes care of everything including the license, the village minister, decorations, wedding feast and accommodation.

Prices for optional items - flowers, photographer, wedding cake, Fijian wedding costumes for bride and groom, are all available on request.

Honeymoon Packages are also available.

Getting There
Botaira is 20 mins by road from Nadi Airport to Denarau Marina, then 3 hours on the Yasawa Flyer, a comfortable, air-conditioned, high-speed 25 metre catamaran which leaves daily from Denarau at 8.30am.

Botaira Resort