Turtle Island

My wife and I always wanted to see Fiji and chose our 10-year anniversary to do so and chose Turtle Island as our destination. We are so glad we made this decision! We were absolutely blow away by everything! The island itself is beautiful especially the beaches and the coral reefs. The food was amazing - every meal! The villas or Bures are charming and crafted in local woods. But what is most amazing and special in fact are the staff. We arrived and were welcomed with song and about 25 giant hugs from the staff who were there to welcome us. Their smiles and welcoming "BULA!' hellos at every turn are warm and genuine and brought smiles to our faces every day. Our Mama Laveti truly was our mom for the week! We fell in love with her and miss her dearly! There are too many staff who touched us to list but Grace, Ema, Nancy, Sue, Mere, Erami, Jerry, Bill, Dockman, my bartender brothers, Phillip, the Joinery team, the spa ladies, heck everyone here is wonderful and made us feel like family not guests. They surprised us on our anniversary after dinner and serenaded us with a beautiful anniversary sung by almost the whole staff which brought tears to our eyes. That would be the best way to describe the whole experience - just moving. Vinaka Turtle Island team for giving us a truly amazing travel experience! You may have ruined our travel experience expectations for anywhere else we go in the world.

Turtle Island resort is a beautiful and unique private island. What made it truly special was how personalized everything was. From private excursions to cultural experiences, it felt like the whole trip was designed just for us. The staff were amazing - so warm, welcoming, and genuinely passionate about sharing their culture - and they treated us like family from the moment we arrived. We didn’t just visit Fiji, we experienced it. Can’t wait to come back!

I wanted to plan an epic romantic trip for my wife and I in celebration of our 30th anniversary. I decided that we would go to Fiji and eventually narrowed it down to Turtle Island and one other choice. I made the right choice!!! Turtle Island was fantastic! My wife and I both highly recommend it! If you are considering it, go ahead and book it! You won’t regret it. From the time we arrived on the beach until we left, the service level was as high as we have ever experienced. The food was great! The snorkeling right in front of the resort was great! Our bure was great! The private beach picnics were Amazing!!! And, the staff here are very kind and helpful! They were very friendly and always giving us a ‘Bula’ and a big smile. We joined Erami for a visit to his local village and joined the staff for a church service and felt very welcome at everything that we did. We snorkeled, did lots of private beach picnics, ate some great food, and had a very relaxing anniversary trip. We will be going back!

Our experience at Turtle Island Resort was nothing short of magical. We chose this breathtaking destination for our symbolic wedding ceremony, and from the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel like we were part of their family. The level of care, warmth, and hospitality we received went far beyond our expectations. To our complete surprise and delight, the incredible team arranged a full wedding ceremony setup for us—complete with a stunning palm leaf arch, a walkway lined with coconuts, and delicate flower petals. It was truly breathtaking, and we were so touched by the thoughtfulness and love that went into every detail. What sets Turtle Island apart is not just its unparalleled natural beauty, but the deep sense of Fijian culture and tradition that’s woven into every moment. We were completely immersed in the island’s warmth, spirit, and community. The staff aren’t just employees—they are the heart and soul of this magical place, and their kindness and joy made us feel so welcome and truly part of the Turtle Island family. We will forever be grateful for the unforgettable memories created here. Turtle Island will always hold a special place in our hearts, and we cannot recommend it highly enough to anyone looking for an extraordinary, soulful, and beautifully authentic experience. Vinaka vaka levu to the entire Turtle Island family—we can’t wait to return someday!

I have travelled extensively around the world, Turtle Island is no doubt the jewel in the crown. It’s not the flash, the glamour, the gold taps or butlers in white tie - it is so beyond that. The heartfelt embrace of Turtle’s “family” is so authentic, all 92 staff on this beautiful island just go above and beyond! The warmth or their local tradition of ‘Bula’ beaming smile, hugs and singing is so infectious. The island is immaculate, the food for my dietary was above my expectations, everything cooked was so fresh, the abundance of local drink and the Fijian nights were World Class. Private beaches are booked out for you only, no one is allowed near the allocated beaches. You are allocated a ‘ Mumma’ or ‘Puppa’ who organise your day trips, leave beautiful notes around your room, check in on you daily, the love passion is clearly evident. I can promise you, you will never ever experience a more relaxing, beautiful holiday than a visit to Turtle Island. I was that impressed, I booked a revisit as we are completely blown away in every way. 🇫🇯 ❤️💙