Urata Waterfall
Enjoy a 30-minute scenic drive along the edge of Savusavu Bay, passing the industrial area and Balaga Bay (proposed site for the new wharf), to Urata Village (pronounced 'oo rartar') where you will be met by warriors who will escort you to the village meeting house to first meet the chief who will welcome you and grant permission to go to the waterfall. Join the village guides, who will take you on an easy 30-minute trek through the village plantations and rainforest to the waterfall and swimming holes. En route, the guides will point out the different types of food crops growing in the plantations and explain the traditional use of herbal medicinal plants. Relax at the end of the trek in the shade of the rainforest and cool off in the icy cold freshwater pools, then take a stroll back to the village, where you will be entertained by singing and dancing by the villagers while waiting for your bus to return to the ship.
What all is included
- Lei welcome
- Tour Guide
- Transportation
- Guided tours and excursions
- Chilled bottles of water and fresh fruit
tour highlights
- Scenic Drive: 30-minute drive along Savusavu Bay, passing Balaga Bay and the industrial area.
- Warm Welcome: Meet warriors and the village chief at Urata Village.
- Guided Trek: Easy 30-minute trek through plantations and rainforest, learning about food crops and medicinal plants.
- Waterfall and Pools: Relax and cool off in the fresh water pools at the waterfall.
- Cultural Entertainment: Enjoy singing and dancing performances by the villagers before returning to the ship.
Things to bring
Bring a towel, sunscreen and a hat. Wear beach shoes that you don’t mind getting wet. Tour is unsuitable for those with mobility problems.
- ACTIVITY LEVEL
Expectations: Expect a moderate amount of walking, 2-3 hours of walking each day. There will be time to rest on the coach and between attractions. To enjoy this tour, you should be prepared to walk slightly longer distances, climb stairs and tolerate periods of standing, for example on city walks, sightseeing stops or ship excursions. The daily pace and timing can fluctuate significantly between longer and shorter travel days, with additional activities possibly occurring in the early morning or evening. There may be some changes in altitude or temperatures.
Appropriate for: Most travelers beginning with those who are moderately fit, lead semi-active lives, are comfortable participating in long days of activities and expect some physical exertion without the use of a cane or walker mobility aid.