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Island is just beautiful with 400m mountain on it which can be hiked as one of the excursions offered by resort at 30FJD pp. Landscape of the Island is extraordinary. You can also do snorkeling with sharks (we had it included) or scuba diving with sharks (300FJD pp) on this Island which we did both and they are breathtaking experiences!! It’s unique place as all resort belongs to the community of local people living on the Island. Houses themselves are at very poor standard, and only beds with bedsheets are very clean. But what more do you need when you end up in Paradise like this. We cannot forget that it’s budget travel. No room service during our 2 nights stay which we didn’t really need to be honest. Food- tasty, but no variety at all. You basically need to eat what they serve or you won’t eat at all. Usually some rice, 1 type of meat (or no meat for breakfast) salad and pineaple of watermelon. No desserts, yesterday there was beef stir fry and fried Chicken for dinner, which like I said were really tasty. And I am sorry for vegetarians, as they would be eating eggs and vegetables only all day Long. And something that I was missing the most was fresh water and/or Orange juice to be included in your meals. Basically you had to buy any sort of dinks in the bar. What impressed me the most are people and the way they treat the guests. Guy with the guittar (Matthew) was singing european or American songs (and he is doing great) at every meal time, also all of the staff were super friendly and helpful. Especially Ladies at the reception desk. That is the main reason of my score along with the view and swimming with sharks which wouldn’t be available at all Islands. But if you look at the „resort” from the accomodation point of view such as Quality of rooms, food and housekeeping it is nothing more than 2 stars. However I would come back again. This place is a Paradise. If they would improve few small sthings they would definitely be on the top of my list. BULA!!
Date of stay: October 2019
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Discover53924148420, Guest Relations Manager at Wayalailai Ecohaven Resort, responded to this review
Responded Dec 18, 2019
BULA ! Finally getting online again..Merry Christmas Greg. You got the main thing about Waya Lailai right..its people..their enjoyment of life and ready smiles and bubbly 'bula' spirit..it's contagious. For a few days you blend into the island rhythm and other world habits take backseat. You leave rejuvenated. Makes this place beyond star rating. TAI LO
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I love this resort so much, feel at home, they treat their guest like family, good food, good view, price and quality. We did some activities : visit village, shark snorkling, tracking/hiking etc was good !!👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Date of stay: August 2019
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We stayed here for 5 nights while most people did islands hopping. We are young family with almost 3 yr old kid so it was good to stay at one place and relaxed! Staff were really friendly, helpful and they are all good with kid. We stayed in a Bure which is spacious with hot & cold shower, flush toilet, fan, mosquito net and sink basin. They are not the best condition but they are not bad at all.
Food were amazing. We were happy with all meals we had all the time we stayed. We miss the drum sounds 4 times a day! Lovo night on Thursday was pretty good too, good to see how you cooked food underground.
Activities cost a bit of money but they are all good. Power goes off few hours during morning and afternoon but we had no problem needing it all day anyway.
Welcome and good bye songs are a nice touch for guests. As well as singing while we had lunch and dinner almost every day&night!
It might be a bit hard to communicate and booking as it took us about a week to hear confirmation back. But for sure you can contact them via their website and someone will definitely come back to you.
We highly recommend to people who have young kid and want real Fiji experience, relax on the beach and enjoy activities there. Only 2 hrs ferry ride from Nadi port.
Vinaka to all staff there. We've missed you guys! And for Akul, Nate still remember your 'Bak' :)
Room tip: You can here generator sound all night if you stay in Bure 3&4
Date of stay: August 2019
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Everything you could want in a Fijian island. Great food, great beach, great people and loads of different things to do. If you’re going for WiFi and waited on hand and foot luxury then it’s not for you, otherwise, it’s the perfect place
Date of stay: May 2019
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Stayed here as part of a trip around the Yasawas. This accommodation exceeded our expectations, friendly and welcoming staff. Rooms and bathrooms were clean enough and facilities good. Included meals are great value for money considering the price in other island resorts. Location is great with beach right outside. Would highly recommend the summit climb at sunset for fantastic views. Also did the reef shark snorkelling trip, be aware the sharks are baited and the reef was very busy, we saw some sharks kicked by people's flippers and one of the staff members actually grabbed a shark by its tail and held it. We regretted doing this trip and was surprised somewhere called an 'eco haven resort' would partake. However overall, very much enjoyed our stay here and would recommend.
Date of stay: May 2019
Trip type: Travelled with friends
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LosaliniR2, Guest Relations Manager at Wayalailai Ecohaven Resort, responded to this reviewResponded May 28, 2019
Bula Jack..Thank you for the positive notes and also for raising points about the shark snorkelling. We apologise for what you saw on your trip...our staff have clear instructions about not manhandling the sharks. The number of swimmers at the reef is also becoming a concern. When we started this activity around twenty years ago, it was just Waya Lailai. Now other parties are also going to the reef. We do not want to create a situation which will take away that special something that snorkelers go through when sharks swim close to them with apparent acceptance of human presence. And we want Mouya Reef to stay a 'haven' for the reef sharks. All the best Jack. Sorry I missed your visit. Tai Lo
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We stayed in March 2019 with a group of friends (10 in total) and loved every second.
I note some comments here on the negative side being some cold water showers and lack of fresh foods however we did not experience any of this and in fact rather the opposite.
From the moment we stepped off the flyer on to the small boats to the island and even more so onto the sand we felt like we were home.
The island has such a welcoming atmosphere and the staff are nothing short of amazing. Tai Lo and her team go above and beyond for guests staying here. There is a large selection of activities daily ( some for small fee) and selection caters to all tastes e.g hike of waya Lailai, snorkelling and shark snorkelling, fishing, weaving, crafts, cooking. And whilst not doing any of those you can simply relax on the stunning white sand and swim to the house reef which is still home to live and beautiful coral and fish. Although we would recommend the snorkelling trip and sunrise hike!
The accommodation is everything you need, either bures or rooms ( we did not stay in the dorm) and VERY reasonably priced. We did not struggle with the electricity timings and it’s not a hidden when this is. The bures have a sea breeze so we did not even need to use our fan most of the time.
The food is prepared buffet style and there is no shortage, and it is all delicious even catering to dietary requirements e.g gluten free, vegetarian etc.
The most special thing about wayalailai taking into account the stunning scenery is the Fijian vibe you get here and it is unrivalled at other resorts. You cannot replace the family atmosphere, laughter and smiles you will share on this island.
Having been to 6/7 other islands and formerly living in the country for a year, In my opinion this is the most authentic to Fiji and an absolute must if visiting the yasawas.
Take time to enjoy the relaxed vibe, beautiful beach and people, not forgetting the stars at night.
Thank you Tai Lo and Wayalailai for a truly magical holiday.
Date of stay: March 2019
Trip type: Travelled with friends
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LosaliniR2, Guest Relations Manager at Wayalailai Ecohaven Resort, responded to this reviewResponded April 28, 2019
Bula mai Igiladi!! (Hi UK)..thank you for sharing your perceptions of our little slice of the world...and I'm reading your review this Sunday evening (in town) and you posted a photo of our Sunday evening culture demo, now i'm missing the island and our Sunday evening programme. 'Loloma' (warm regards) Tai Lo
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