Nukubati, pronounced Nuk-um-ba-ti, is a private island which lies off the central northern coast of Vanua Levu, the second largest island within the Republic of the Fiji Islands. Covering approximately 14 hectares, Nukubati Private Island is home to the Nukubati Island Resort that is recognised as one of the most acclaimed eco-resorts in Fiji and boasts a zero carbon footprint, with solar-power and full recycling. The resort is locally owned and operated to preserve its incomparable Fijian hospitality, and maintains its gracious and simple lifestyle which is the epitome of South Pacific living. The resort provides visitors with seven beachfront, traditional bures, which can accommodate a maximum of only 14 guests, and are located on the western tip of the island that enjoys a wide sandy beach. Nukubati lies within an extensive network of coral reefs, and located roughly 25 kilometres north of the island the breakers on the Great Sea Reef mark the edge of the vast Pacific Ocean. Nukubati Island Resort is currently the only resort with direct access to the largely unchartered Great Sea Reef, where the visibility in the crystal clear water of this pristine untouched wonderland, is amongst the best in the world and can at times extend to 60 meters. The Great Sea Reef is considered to be the third largest barrier reef in the world and divers can experience this vast underwater treasure, where manta rays, dolphins, turtles, whales and innumerable fish species parade around the corals. The island provides visitors with the opportunity to enjoy numerous water based activities including snorkelling, diving, sailing and fishing.
The resort is environmentally conscious and makes every effort to maintain its zero carbon footprint. The island is particularly fragile and consists mainly of sand with extensive lawns around the buildings which have been sympathetically designed to blend well with the natural environment, with the intention to minimize depletion or degradation of the island’s natural resources. Fresh water is either sourced from filtered rainwater or from a desalination plant, while fruit and vegetables are organically grown on the island and meats are supplied from nearby free-range farms. The environment on and around Nukubati Island contains a wealth of unique natural features and supports a diverse cultural heritage, which are continually monitored to establish the links between the activities and the environment.
Access to Nukubati is provided via the town of Labasa which lies on the main island of Vanua Levu. Visitors arriving in Fiji at the Nadi International Airport can take an internal flight to Labasa from where a one hour adventurous road journey, through coconut plantations, rice fields and Fijian villages, takes visitors to the Nukubati Jetty. From here a short boat trip lasting only 5 minutes ensures your safe arrival at Nukubati Island.
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