Why visit
Nadi is Fiji's international gateway and the hub for Mamanuca and Yasawa island-hopping. Small itself, worth a day before heading to the islands.
Fiji at a glance
Country center
-18.0°, 175.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
18,272 km²
7,055 mi²
Country population
936k
51/km²
Subregion
Melanesia
Currency
Fijian dollar ($)
FJD
Dial
+679
Languages
English, Fijian, Fiji Hindi
Demonym
Fijian
Internet
.fj
UN
Member state
ISO code
FJ / FJI
Where in the world
-18.0° · 175.0°
Fiji
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Did you know
- Fiji consists of 333 islands; only 110 are inhabited.
- Rugby is the national sport: Fiji won Olympic gold in the rugby sevens debut in 2016.
- The Fijian flag still contains the British Union Jack despite independence in 1970.
Traveler notes
- Yasawa Flyer ferry loop (multi-day)
- Sri Siva Subramaniya Temple
- Sleeping Giant orchid garden
Plan checks
- Build a three-day plan before extending. Most travel cities are easy to undersell to yourself.
- Check seasonal timing: high season can triple costs on some coastal destinations.
- Verify swim safety, ocean conditions, and water-quality reports by month.
- Bring layered clothing and verify trail/park access before arrival.
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Frequently asked about Nadi (Fiji)
What currency is used in Nadi (Fiji)?
Nadi (Fiji) uses the Fijian dollar ($), ISO code FJD.
What languages are spoken in Fiji?
The primary languages are English, Fijian and Fiji Hindi.
What is the international calling code for Fiji?
The calling code is +679.
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