Giving Back to Wildlife

SIX SENSES FIJI

Fijian Crested Iguana Conservation 
Iguana Spotting:
As night falls, grab your torch and go for an adventure around the green belt where you may spot a Fijian Crested Iguana or two resting high on the branches in their natural habitat. And that’s not all, keep your eyes peeled for other night friendly creatures such as bats and owls! During this experience, the sustainability team will share highlights about the critically endangered Fijian Crested Iguana and the resort’s dedicated efforts to protect this remarkable species.
• 3 x Week
• Complimentary
• No age limitation

Native Tree Planting:
Preserving and restoring the habitats is vital for protecting the Fijian Crested Iguana. Join us in expanding their home by planting native trees essential to their diet. Your efforts also contribute to restoring Malolo’s native forest, fostering biodiversity and sustainability.
• Available per request
• Complimentary
• No age limitation

CAPTAIN COOK CRUISES

Coral Nursery Maintenance and monitoring:
Visitors can participate in maintaining and monitoring our coral nurseries around Tivua Island. This includes cleaning the coral structures, removing algae, and documenting coral growth to ensure their health and resilience.
Impact: Protects and supports the growth of Fiji's native coral species.
 • Available every day of the week
• Complimentary
• No age limitation

SHANGRI-LA YANUCA ISLAND, FIJI

Local Flora & Fauna Walks:
An exploration of the island’s terrestrial ecosystem, learning about plants and the birds that reside on the island. The island is home to many native trees and wildlife. Guests will also explore and learn about the indigenous plants and trees and gain insights into their uses in Fijian villages, including their role in traditional practices and conservation efforts, as many of these plants are native fruit varieties or herbal medicines used locally. To participate, guests will need to make a reservation at our Marine Education Centre. We offer this activity on Mondays and Wednesdays and will schedule guests based on their preferred time for the Nature Walk. 
• Available once a week
• Donation-based activity
• No age limitation

BAREFOOT KUATA ISLAND RESORT

The Awakening Shark Dive and Awakening Shark Dive Day Cruise:
The Awakening Shark Dive is a wow experience that gets you up close and personal with a resident population of Bull Sharks and other shark species in Fiji's stunning Yasawa Island. The experience is available to in-house guests at Barefoot Kuata Island Resort or for those staying in the Nadi & Denarau they can also experience the Awakening Shark Dive on a day cruise basis booking with Barefoot Shark Encounters.

The 'Awakening Shark Dive' is a new-age Fiji Shark Dive designed by Marine Biologist and shark authority Dr. Thomas Vignaud PHD. Over 3 years in its planning, design and now operating for over 10 years 'The Awakening Shark Dive' is a thrilling adventure that both certified and introductory (non-certified) divers can experience.

Ecological best practice ensures the dive has no negative impact on the sharks, combined with strict OHS best practice to ensure diver safety. Increased sharks’ habitation in Yawake Reef has had a positive impact on the overall health of the reef eco-system. Since its inception marine life including even coral coverage has grown and flourished. The Awakening Shark Dive has created employment opportunities for residents of Fiji's more isolated Yasawa Islands with proceeds from the Awakening Dive contributing to ongoing shark conservation research with additional contributions made to a local school.

There are 2 Awakening Dives daily operating from Kuata Island, 8am for certified divers at 20m and 11am 10m for both certified, introductory divers (no certification required) and day cruise guests who are also certified. 
• Available everyday of the week
• Available for certified divers @ $399 per person
• Minimum age of 12yrs only