Accommodations

Twenty Beachfront Bures of traditional Fijian design with thatched roofs. Bures are cooled by overhead fans and louvered windows to catch the trade breezes from the ocean. All Bures consist of two rooms, en suite bathroom and patio.

The bedroom has two queen beds with reading lights, luggage rack and double wardrobe with lots of shelves. The sitting room has two sofa beds, bar with fridge, tea and coffee facilities, reading lamp, clock/radio, coffee table, two upholstered chairs and floor to ceiling sliding glass doors opening on to the patio which has two cushioned beach lounges and two outdoor chairs. Both rooms have very high ceilings, which are covered in traditional Fijian Tapa and Magi Magi. The bathroom includes separate large shower, granite vanity with twin hand basins, hair dryer, bath robes, amenities and Italian tiles.

Dining

Matamanoa's Executive Chef takes pride in presenting his international menus plus selections of traditional Fijian fare - choose from the Table d'hote or A la Carte menus, both menus are changed nightly. BBQ seafood buffet on Saturday nights.

A string band serenades each table nightly during dinner, singing your choice of song, or Fijian songs. After dinner, lots of fun with something different every night: Mr. Matamanoa contest, crab racing, broom dancing, and kava ceremony are just some of the many activities offered.

Activities

Complimentary: sailing boats, paddle boards, windsurfers, row boats, coral viewing on our glass bottom boat, hand line fishing, snorkeling (including mask/snorkel/fins), coconut tree climbing demonstration and instruction, weaving demonstration, sulu tying demonstration, tennis (day & night), table tennis, volleyball, beach games, library, mountain hike, board games, afternoon tea.

Available for an additional charge:

• PADI scuba diving - operated by Aqua Trek (PADI Five Star IDC Center)
• Island Hopping - visit some of the other islands in the Mamanuca group
• Shell Market & Pottery Island Trip - travel to the local village of Tavua where you can witness pottery being made as they did over 100 years ago, shop at the shell market for artifacts and shells
• Big Game Fishing - the Dau Wai, a 7.6 meter aluminum catamaran fitted with Penn International, Shimano, Okuma & Black Magic fishing equipment
• Yacht Cruise - sailing on the Seaspray, visit the island of Modriki, location of the Tom Hanks movie "Castaway". BBQ lunch & afternoon tea on board
• Village Church - attend church service at our local village Tavua and hear the choir of the people
• Relaxation & Pampering - enjoy a variety of tropical massages on the beach, have a facial, manicure, or pedicure in the comfort of your bure or room

Scuba

Aqua-Trek - PADI 5 Star Scuba Diving

Aqua-Trek is a PADI 5 Star IDC Centre - they have been operating in Fiji since 1987, consequently they have a large selection of dive sites to cater for every diver, from the beginner, the newly certified to the most experienced, with a world class variety of tropical diving.

As a 5 Star Facility Aqua-Trek's 'Resident Dive Master' on Matamanoa Island Resort is proud to offer the following services to Matamanoa Island Guests:

Discover Scuba Diving - for the person who would like to experience diving without commencing the full "learn to dive course". This program consists of three parts, part one is a brief introduction to the theory of diving, then followed by a session in shallow water which teaches some of the basic skills. Once this has been mastered you go diving. The whole program is conducted by a fully trained diving instructor who accompanies the divers to a maximum depth of 12 metres (40 feet) on a selected reef in the Mamanuca Islands. Approximately 1 to 2 hours.

PADI Open Water Diver Course - The most popular "learn to dive course" in the world. Conducted by highly skilled and professional Aqua Trek Dive Instructors. This program consists of three sections, part one is theory, part two is confined water skills training and part three open water diving whereby you do four dives in two days. The entire course takes four days with small classes and on successful completion you are awarded PADI Gold Card Certification. In some instances a medical clearance may be required.

Certified Divers - Aqua-Trek has over twenty five dive sites within the Mamanuca Islands from drop offs, to the walls and coral gardens, something for everyone. Following are some of the favorites:

• The Supermarket - This is an area where various currents converge, the reef drops to over 80 metres with ledges and caves. Internationally famous for the "Shark Encounter" one of the Fijian Divemasters attracts a selection of Reef sharks and the occasional Bronze Whaler, this site has featured in all the leading Dive Magazines.
• Gotham City - Batman doesn't visit too often but the Bat fish guard this site which is a soft coral delight featuring all the colours of the rainbow.
• North Reef - Also known as the "Circus", featuring Clown fish in abundance who are just waiting to be photographed alongside the Plate Corals and Nudibranchs. A series of pinnacles with schools of Pelagics and Feather Stars, this is a great location for everyone.

General Information

Depths - Sites range from 9 metres to 30 metres, however a depth limit of 18 metres is recommended, and a more shallow depth for repetitive dives. In general visibility is between 20 & 40 metres.

Gear - Aqua Trek has a full range of up to date equipment for rental with the latest style BCDs. Aqua Trek insists that all divers carry an alternate air source and a pressure gauge.3mm wet suits are required during our cooler months when the water temperature is around 20 degrees C. During our summer months a lighter suit is sufficient or a Lycra/skin suit. If desired a T-shirt can be worn.

Certification Card - All certified Divers are required to show their certification cards and sign an insurance indemnity release form.

Weddings

Marry on the beach at sunset under an arch which is hand woven in leaf, traditional Tapa mats at your feet, or anywhere on the island. Fijian warriors (2) and bridesmaid in traditional Fijian costume escort the bride. Beautiful tropical orchid bouquet & matching buttonhole, staff choir, video, photographer, champagne dinner for two - our wedding co-ordinator arranges everything for you, all you have to do is be there.

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Pricing and Special Offers

	Basic Wedding Package from $700 Included: Wedding minister – Methodist (not celebrant) Bridal bouquet (either trailing or posy style) Groom’s buttonhole Fijian warriors and bridesmaid dressed in traditional Fijian costumes to escort the bride and groom Photographer – 36 exposures (unprocessed film) Learn more about Weddings at Matamanoa Island Resort, Fiji. Restrictions: Package subject to availability from our suppliers. While we strive to maintain the most up-to-date pricing possible, pricing from our suppliers may change at any time, thus our prices may change without notice. Note that prices are NOT guaranteed until travel is paid for in full. Please also note that there are price differences between high and low season for most resorts and cruises. Offer valid for travel between August 22, 2007 and December 31, 2008

	7 nights from $2276 per person Included: Roundtrip air from Los Angeles to Nadi, non-stop via Air Pacific ALL transfers, including catamaran to island ALL taxes/fees Meet & Greet upon arrival VIP access to Rosie Lounge, complimentary for all BigDay clients 7 nights accommodations at Matamanoa Island Resort, staying in a garden view hotel room Full American Breakfast daily Restrictions: Rates are based on availability at the time of booking. All rates are based on double occupancy. All prices are subject to change. Prices valid now - March 31st 2009. All US & Airport departure taxes as well as hotel taxes are included in the price. CTS#2042720-40 ~ OST #81 ~ WST#60217460 Offer valid for travel between April 14, 2008 and March 31, 2009

Please note:  we can create a vacation for you with virtually any number of nights, with or without airfare, and any room category.

What's shown above is just a sample of pricing and packaging available from some of our suppliers. Prices often vary between high and low season, and for different categories of accommodations.

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