Tokoriki Island is part of the Mamanuca Group of islands and is located off the western coast of Viti Levu, the largest island of the Fijian archipelago. Tokoriki Island is a typical south-sea island paradise and lies approximately 35 kilometres north-west of Nadi International Airport from which it can be easily reached via helicopter or seaplane, or if you prefer, by boat from Denarau Marina. The island is located in the extreme north of the Mamanuca Archipelago and enjoys panoramic views over Tavua and Yanuya which lie to the south, and Viti Levu which lies to the east.
Tokoriki Island lies on a north/south axis and was formed by volcanic activity over 150 million years ago which has resulted in the island having a hilly interior, rocky coastal outcrops at the northern and southern extremities, and sandy beaches on the western and eastern coastlines. The western portion of the island enjoys lowland areas, which have been created over time and enlarged and fortified by massive coral deposits, and overlook extensive living-coral reefs. It is here, shaded by the towering palm trees, that the resorts of Tokoriki Island and Amunuca Resort are located. Providing visitors with beachside bures (Fijian huts) and hotel style accommodation, the resorts are fully equipped to offer all the comforts of home in a secluded and an appealing environment. The resorts offer a complete range of outdoor activities including diving, snorkelling, kayaking, wake boarding, and sports fishing in the open waters of the South Pacific Ocean which stretch to the north.
In typical Fijian fashion the weather is generally warm through the winter months and hot and humid during the summer. The summer months, December to March, are also referred to as the wet season although the western areas of Fiji are generally drier than the eastern parts.
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