Castaway Island Fiji

Castaway Island is the quintessential Fijian tropical island, the exact image of the Fijian island in your mind that you dream of, wish you could retreat to, relax at and simply sit and enjoy the superb natural beauty. Located in Fiji's beautiful Mamanuca group of islands (pronounced 'Mamanutha'), Castaway Island Fiji is an island resort surrounded by a palm fringed white sand beach, and stunning turquoise waters. Castaway Island Fiji is easily accessible from Nadi International Airport and the resorts along the Coral Coast. Castaway Island is great for family holidays and has one of the finest and authentic children's programs in Fiji.

Castaway Fiji offers individual thatched bure Fiji accommodation called Bures and is reminiscent of a traditional Fijian village. These individual bures are nestled amongst lush tropical gardens, some with ocean views and only a few steps to the water. The resort facilities at Castaway Island Fiji allow you try your hand at windsurfing and parasailing, or if you are after something a little more relaxing, simply unwind in a hammock under the swaying palms whilst listening to the melodies of the Castaway Islanders.

This Fiji accommodations offers beautiful white sand beaches, coral reefs and outstanding Pacific Island cuisine, make Castaway Island resort a great holiday destination for those seeking a relaxing beach vacation and for the snorkelling and diving enthusiasts.

Accommodation

Castaway Island Fiji features 65 traditional thatched Fijian style bures (bungalows) with a choice of beach front, ocean view or island setting. Each features a high-vaulted hand-painted 'tapa' lined ceiling. Sleeping and living quarters are separated with a sliding privacy screen door with the emphasis being on privacy and comfort for this Fiji island resort accommodation.

All Bures Feature

  • Outdoor Patio
  • Air Conditioning
  • Bathrobes
  • Beach Towels
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Hairdryer
  • In-room Safe
  • Large Ensuite with Shower
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea & Coffee Making Facilities
  • Bathroom Amenities
  • Iron/ironing board

Island Bure: Surrounded by the tropical gardens. Bedding is 1 King Bed + 2 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 4 Adults & Children. A limited number of the Island Bures can accommodate families of 5.

Ocean View Bure: Located closer to the beach than the Island Bures and offer ocean views. Bedding is 1 King Bed + 2 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 4 Adults & Children. A limited number of the Island Bures can accommodate families of 5.

South Beach Bure: Located along the beachfront. Bedding is 1 King Bed + 2 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 4 Adults & Children. A limited number of the Island Bures can accommodate families of 5.

North Beach Bure: Located along the beachfront. Bedding is 1 King Bed + 2 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 4 Adults & Children. A limited number of the Island Bures can accommodate families of 5.

Grand Bure: Features two large bedrooms with oversized bathrooms, a spacious living area and large outdoor verandas. Bedding is 2 King Beds + 2 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 6 Adults & Children.

Family Beach Bure: There is only one Family Beach Bure on the island, located on the north facing beachfront overlooking the stunning Pacific Ocean. Just steps away from the bedroom door you will find yourself in the cool water. Features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Bedding is 2 King Beds + 6 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 10 Adults & Children. *Price on Application.

Dining

Water's Edge Restaurant: Open for all day dining, Water's Edge Restaurant can't be missed, with its large white umbrellas and sweeping ocean vista. A magnificent starlit setting at the water's edge is enhanced by the music and songs of the "Castaway Islanders" with their acoustic guitars and island style bass. Covered breeze-conditioned dining in the "Bure ni Vutu", bure beside the vutu tree, is adjacent to the water's edge terrace.

Nuku Marau Pool Bar & Grill: Located next to the new family pool, close enough for adults to sit by the pool and enjoy a relaxing meal or drink while watching their children play. There are a variety of meals and drinks available including Polynesian and Asian inspired dishes plus traditional meals such as fish and chips.

Sundowner Bar: Open for drinks, breakfast, gourmet pizzas and snacks, with happy hour each evening. During happy hour the Sundowner Bar is a child free environment however for those travelling with children the free kids club is available.

Restaurant 1808: This adults only restaurant is a great casual dining experience with fantastic views over the ocean, open for dinner (selected days and weather dependent). In celebration of the year the Chinese arrived in Fiji, enjoy the '1808' dining experience, a fusion of Fijian and Asian cuisine where meals are shared in the centre of the table.

Facilities

  • 24-hour Reception
  • 4 Restaurants & Bars
  • Adults-only Pool
  • Swim-up Bar & Jacuzzi
  • Family Lagoon Pool
  • Boutique
  • General Store
  • Helipad
  • Laundry Services
  • First Aid Clinic
  • Safety Deposit
  • Babysitting (fee)
  • Kids Club
  • Massage Bure (Bure Lomani)
  • Meeting Facilities
  • Dance Band
  • Theme Nights
  • Fijian/Cultural Entertainment
  • Tennis Court
  • Dive Shop
  • Watersports
  • PADI Dive Centre
  • Free WiFi (in certain areas)
  • Staff Farewell with Song
  • Activities Desk
  • Book Exchange

Activities

The following activities are free of charge:

  • Beach volleyball
  • Hiking
  • Catamarans
  • Kayaking
  • Glass Bottom Boat
  • Stand Up Paddleboards
  • Sailing
  • Table Tennis
  • Tennis
  • Windsurfing
  • Snorkelling (refundable deposit required)
  • Guided Sunset Kayaking
  • Guided Island Walk
  • Sunset Renewal of Vows Ceremony
  • Wednesday Management Cocktail Party
  • Nightly Entertainment

The following activities are available at a charge:

  • Banana Boat rides
  • Donut rides
  • Cultural village tours
  • Dolphin Safari
  • Fishing
  • Island safaris
  • Jet Skiing
  • Knee Boarding
  • Night & Outer Reef Snorkelling
  • Parasailing
  • Cloud 9 trips
  • Surfing transfers
  • Therapeutic massage treatment
  • Wake Boarding
  • Water Skiing
  • Diving (both day and night trips)

Diving

At Castaway Island Fiji scuba diving is an activity for the whole family. There is something for everyone no matter what level of experience you have. For those that have never tried scuba diving Castaway offers introductory courses. Even children as young as age eight can try diving in the resort swimming pool under the supervision of our PADI accredited instructors in our PADI Bubblemakers program. Castaway Diving is an acclaimed PADI dive operation, having the distinction of being awarded PADI International Five Star Gold Palm status, which is the highest recognition PADI awards to its resort members.

Castaway also offers snorkelling trip for all ages, this excursion will take you out to a submerged reef where you will see the best of Fiji's corals and tropical fish life. A dive master is on the boat at all times during your snorkel and will answer any questions you have on coral and fish life.

Day Spa

Bure Lomani: Relax and pamper yourself with a traditional Fijian massage in the serenity of Bure "Lomani" (Fijian for "pleasure") surrounded by the tropical gardens. The trained masseuse will ease away your tensions with a mixture of traditional and aromatherapy techniques. If you would prefer a massage treatment with fragrant Fijian oils on the beach or in the privacy of your room, the staff are more than happy to assist so the choice is yours. Please note this is not a full service Day Spa, but massage service is provided.

Children

Kids Club: This complimentary service will provide children 3 years and up with an exciting, entertaining and education Fiji holiday experience. Open from 9am - 4.30pm and 6.30pm - 10pm. There is also a separate, supervised children's dinner from 5.30pm - 6.30pm. With a mixture of games and Fijian cultural experiences your kids will have the time of their lives while being cared for by the Castaway family.

Private babysitting services are also available at a cost of approximately FJ$9* per hour (*price subject to change).

Additional Information

Children: Children stay free in existing bedding when sharing with parents. Children 0-2 years eat free and children aged 3-12 years receive discounted meals.
Check In: 2.00 pm
Check Out: 10.00 am
Address: Mamanuca Island Group, Fiji
Please note: Some islands in the Mamanuca group may experience seaweed deposits on their beaches from time to time. The seaweed volume deposited on the beaches varies and is completely dependent on the weather conditions at the time (winds, currents and tides). The resorts make every effort to have any debris cleared as soon as possible.

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Beach & Waters Edge Deck
Swimming Pool
Pool Bar
Kids Club
Family Swimming Pool
Island Bure
Island Bure
Water Sports
Beach Bure
Beach Bure
Bure Bathroom
Ocean Bure
Waters Edge Restaurant
Activities
Entertainment
Exterior Beach