Turtle Island

This is the best Fiji resort we have every stayed at. The northern Yasawa Islands are truly beautiful as is the staff at the resort. We felt truly privileged to have spend our 40th wedding anniversary here. This day was made memorable with the staff going over and above our expectations to make our day very special. The quality and variety of food is outstanding. A lot of the produce comes from the Island's farming activities. We loved our private beach picnics and we were lucky to make many new friends who enjoyed each others company. Our bure Mama catered for our every need without being intrusive. This is an exceptional place.

I am not one that typically writes reviews, but Turtle Island exceeded my expectations in almost every way. The only way to describe this place is "magical". It is a true paradise with AMAZING staff, lots of culture, great food and beautiful accommodations and scenery. What more could you ask for?

My new husband chose Turtle Island for our surprise honeymoon location. And, wow! From the moment I was carried from the float plane to the shore whilst being serenaded by the local singers to the moment we left, I felt seen and included in this immersive experience with many other guests and the staff. We will be returning!

We eloped a couple weeks ago at Turtle Island and stayed to honeymoon. It was a perfect dream and the best decision we’ve ever made. We will be returning for our 5 year anniversary. The staff was fantastic and the island was stunning! So lucky!

It's taken me two weeks to write this. How do you summarize, and adequately provide details of perfection? Here goes... Full disclosure. I am a travel advisor as well as the client on this vacation. The travel advisor me refuses to market the Island. Not everyone deserves to be there. If you are entitled, can't unplug, prefer a staff over friends and family... Please don't go. You won't get it. You won't enjoy it. If you love being loved, if you love being taken care of and treated like family, if you are able to see the beauty of a place and her people without a lens... I will help you pack. We started with a meet and greet at the airport. Local musicians were playing as we arrived. The seaplane was incredible. To look down on the islands and the beautiful colors of the water was like nothing I have seen. I'll tell my age a bit now. The arrival was like Fantasy Island! Two family members (You'll get that one later) carried me from the plane to the beach, where the rest of the family (new and old) were singing and greeting. We were welcomed with a hug from each one. Now the real fun begins. We met everyone, played games, danced at Family Fun Night, went clam digging, crab hunting, horseback riding, archery, karaoke, kayaking... But wait! There is so much more. Communal meals turned out to be our absolute favorite. We met so many new friends from all over the world. We enjoyed a private pontoon dinner, cliff top dining, private beaches, village visits, school visit, children's choir, and then some. It's all about the people. I have never felt so welcome, and such a sense of belonging anywhere else in the world. And I have seen much of the world. To my surprise I cried when it was time to say goodbye. And I wasn't alone. Barely a dry eye to be found. I miss my new family. I'm returning in one year (A secret handshake promise to the girls at the village school). Let your Bure Mama do what she does. Take care of you. If this is what having a good Mom is like; I'm not sure why people leave home. Every need is met, and everything comes with a hug and a smile. The things you will learn about them, from them, and about yourself is priceless. Not a call, not an email, and no a single care. florida is nothing. I found true paradise and can't wait to return "Home".