Narelle
Couple · October 202510/10
The snorkelling to Split Rick and back, at a decent tide, was the best snorkelling from shore we have done, in terms of fish variety and coral - no big fish but a sea turtle. Even some bright soft cor...The snorkelling to Split Rick and back, at a decent tide, was the best snorkelling from shore we have done, in terms of fish variety and coral - no big fish but a sea turtle. Even some bright soft coral in the split rock crevice. We did one local snorkel with Cousteau Resort next door and it offered no more than ‘from shore’ on the day. Didn’t get to snorkel Namena Marine park (weather not conducive) but tours are possible and Neelam, herself, provides services for free diving.
Neelam and Toby were super generous in collecting us from airport, waiting while we shopped for provisions in town, and in providing fresh papaya, kitchen basics and muesli.
We are at our 4th Fiji accommodation (at Coral Coast) and it only reinforces how special the Bougainvillas location is. Yes, the steep driveway (picture) and mezzanine steps won’t suit everyone. (I’ve got one bad knee and was fine for that small distance especially given the little steps for traction)
The kitchen utensils were minimal but sufficient - could do with tongs, a bowl for salad and some container for leftovers. Didn’t miss a microwave, didn’t need aircon for our early October stay. Netflix was great too.Show More
