weatherCLIMATE
The Fijian climate is warm and pleasant year-round. Average temperatures on Turtle Island are 87 degrees Fahrenheit (30.5°C) between November and April, and 84 degrees Fahrenheit (28.5°C) between May and October. Soothed by South Pacific trade winds, humidity levels range from and average of 67 percent in November to 80 percent in March.

RESORT POLICIES

  • Turtle Island accommodates only fourteen couples at one time.
  • We have a  minimum six night stay.
  • Children are welcome during the first two weeks of July and during the Christmas holidays from late-December to mid-January.

TRAVEL HINTS

  • Electricity: 240 volts AC or 110 volts AC
  • A maximum of 33 pounds of luggage per person is able to be carried on the sea plane.
  • Dress is casual - shorts, t-shirts, light pants, jeans, sandals... 
  • If you plan on SCUBA diving, you must remember to bring your certification card and regulator with you. We recognize certifications from NAUI, PADI, SSI and NASDS.

F.A.Q.'s

Q. How should I dress on Turtle Island?

A. Attire on the Island is casual. Loose fitting cotton and easy wash and wear clothing is a must. Cotton trousers and a pair of denims if you want to ride horses. Two pairs of knee length shorts. Two skirts or dresses for those romantic moonlight strolls. Minimum of two swimming suits and a cover-up. A light windbreaker or sweater for moonlight cruises. Though you will be barefoot most of the time, we suggest you bring reef walkers and hiking shoes. Thongs and/or sandals are optional. There is no need to bring jackets, ties, formal wear, jewelry, or personal appliances.

Q. Is there a limit to the amount of luggage I can bring?

A. Luggage is limited to a total of 33 pounds for each passenger and this includes any carry-on bags you might bring. If you are going to other destinations and have additional luggage, it may be stored free of charge in our Nadi Airport Office. This limitation is because of the seaplane carrying capacity.

Q. Are there amenities and other items provided in my bure?

A. There are many items provided in your bure, including:

Beach towels, beach bags, bathrobes, hair dryers, irons, ironing boards, coffee and tea making facilities, shampoo, conditioner; soaps, body oil, personal massagers, sewing kit, and a full wet bar.

"We also have a beautiful new boutique on the Island with an extensive range of goods including jewelry, resort clothing, historic Fijian prints, and artifacts, hand made furniture and souvenirs.  The boutique also carries everyday needs including films, cigarettes, sunscreen, batteries, etc...

Q. What carry-on items do you suggest?

A. We suggest your carry-on bag should contain items necessary for a comfortable one day survival in the event of lost luggage. This should include a change of clothing for each person traveling as well as personal toiletries and any medication.


Q. What is the smoking policy on Turtle Island?

A. We discourage smoking where it may have a negative impact on the other guests.

Q. I like to shop! What are the hours during which the boutique is open?

A. Because the boutique is for exclusive use of our guests, it is open all day, and whenever guests request.

Q. For any extra purchases, does Turtle Island take credit cards?

A. Turtle Island accepts credit cards from Amex, Visa, and Mastercard.  We also exchange foreign currency for Fijian dollars in the boutique.

Q. Will I need to bring an electrical converter?

A. No. The voltage on the Island is 120 and 240 dual voltage in all the bures.

Q. What is the weather like on Turtle Island?

A. Fiji's weather is warm and pleasant year round, averaging 80°F. Daytime temperatures average 85°F.  Nighttime temperatures average 75°F.

ENGLISH

Good Morning
Greetings/ Hello/ Hi
Goodbye
Please
Excuse me
Yes
Thank you/ Good
Thank you very much
No
Eat
Village
Lady/ Madam
Mr./ Sir
A little
A lot
Fast
House
Toilet
Come
Go
Bring
One More
One
Two
What is this?
Slowly

FIJIAN

ni sa yadra
ni sa bula
sa moce
yalo vinaka
tulou
io
vinaka
vinaka vakelevu
sega
kana
koro
marama
turaga
vakalailai
vakalevu
vakatolo
vale
vale lailai
lako mai
lako tani
kauta mai
dua tale
dua
rua
na cava oqo
vaka malua

PRONOUNCED

nee sah yarndra
nee sah mbula
sah more they
yarlo vee naka
too low
eee o
vee naka
vee naka vakalevoo
senga
kana
koro
marama
turanga
vaka lie lie
vaka levu
vaka tortorlor
vale
vale lie lie
la ko my
lako tani
kou ta my
ndua tale
ndua
rua
na thava orng-gor
vaka malua

 

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