Surrounded by lush rainforest, the remote Koro Sun Resort sits on the shores of the Koro Sea where some of Fiji’s best adventure and diving experiences await.
Just 15 minutes from Savusavu, this perfectly located luxurious retreat offers the genuine warmth and friendliness of the Fijian people. Set on the edge of a stunning private lagoon, the 51 enchanting bures and deluxe villas are built amongst a coconut plantation and tropical flora, on the water’s edge and, uniquely, floating on the water in the protected lagoon. They are all individually appointed, offering privacy, plenty of space and amenities such as air-conditioning and WiFi. To many, the remote setting and sanctuary of the resort is said to define paradise.
The accommodation is split into three distinct areas in the 64 hectare sanctuary; Edgewater Lagoon, Botanical Rooms, and Rainforest Villas. Sections of the Edgewater Lagoon are adult only, including the Edgewater Bure which features traditional Fijian thatched roofing and spacious private terrace area elevated above the lagoon. The Floating Bures are designed with native “Dogo” wood accents and have a touch of nautical style, each provides direct access to the lagoon. Within the Botanic Rooms is the Garden Bure, set in lush tropical flora with king-sized bed and stone shower, these provide a peaceful stay. For families, there are two and three-bedroom bures available in each area, some even come with private gardens and splash pools perfect for little ones to play in.
Facilities include the Palm Grove Restaurant where three meals a day are served, the Levu Bar is adjoining and offers a full bar menu with fresh tropical cocktails in addition to local and international beverages. Latitude 17 Seafood & Stake Restuarant opens its doors a few times during the week offering fresh seafood, Asian fusion and steaks all with stunning views of the Koro Sea. The Sand Bar & Grill provides casual, family friendly, alfresco dining with a selection of light meals and snacks. The resort prides itself on its organic gardens, from where the majority of produce is sourced. For the restless, the resort has kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, snorkelling trips, on-site dive centre, two tennis courts, a pitch and putt, bicycles to rent, three swimming pools, the Rainforest Spa (try the banana leaf body wrap), and boutique. For those travelling with children, there's a child-minding service available at additional cost and Jungle Kids’ Club. Weddings can be arranged here.
Koro Sun Resort is renowned as an international favourite for relaxing holidays, active family holidays and magical romantic getaways, and has access to some of the best diving in Fiji right on its doorstep.
Note: Some areas and facilities are restricted to adults only.
Dive Savusavu
The on-site SSI affiliated dive centre offers a full range of courses and daily boat diving to the underwater paradise on its doorstep. Equipped with four custom-built dive boats, there’s plenty of room for everyone, no matter what your diving ability. The newest of the fleet, Aqua Magic, allows for three-tank dives for up 15 divers to reach some of the best diving in Fiji with comfort and ease.
Enjoy a mix of local dive sites in the warm waters such as ‘Dreamhouse’, a pinnacle adorned in soft corals, ‘Dungeons and Dragons’, a cavern and swim-though dive, as well as visiting the Namena Marine Reserve and Rainbow Reef, and the opportunity to join a regular day trip to the Somosomo Strait.
Underwater highlights include an incredible marine biodiversity, beautiful soft corals, numerous pelagic species, drift diving, caverns and one of the best opportunities to observe large numbers of scalloped hammerhead sharks in the world.
