Budgeting For Additional Costs in Fiji..
As Inclusive As Possible…
We try to ensure our projects are inclusive as possible, including transport, resorts, accommodation, excursions, activities and the vast majority of meals throughout your time in Fiji. However, there are a few things you will need to buy locally in Fiji. Below we list some common items and approximate budgets…
Currency…
- The currency in Fiji is the Fiji Dollar.
- It is not necessary to take Fijian dollars with you as you can withdraw money easily within Fiji using cash machines in the towns, resorts and at the airport.
Withdrawing Money In Fiji
- It is best just to simply bring a debit card and withdraw money in Fiji (you may wish to advise your bank that you will be in Fiji, so your card isn’t blocked)
- We do not advise carrying large amounts of cash or pre-ordering money.
- Prepaid charge cards, travellers’ cheques etc are not advised as they often don’t work in Fiji.
- You can withdraw money as you land at Fiji’s international airports and cash machines are located in all towns and urban areas
- Many resorts also accept card payments
Emergencies
- We would advise having a spare debit or credit card, just in case of emergencies such as medical fees, or if your card is blocked/does not work for any reason
Recommended Spending Money
In total we advise approximately:
- £200 – 300 GBP for all 1-month projects
- £300 – 400 GBP for our study internship
- £400 GBP for a 2‐3 month expedition
What You Will Need To Buy In Fiji…
- We advise buying some Fijian clothes during your briefing (budget $100 – 150 FJD)
- You may wish to spend extra on drinks, souvenirs, items of personal nature and lunches at the resorts at the end of the project
Buying Fijian Clothes…
You have the opportunity to buy traditional Fijian clothes during your briefing. Please budget (Prices are in Fiji Dollars)
- Men’s Formal sulu – $40
- Men’s Bula Shirt – $30
- Fijian Dress – $45
- Sulu – $15
Covid Tests in Fiji
It may be a requirement to have a Covid test upon departure from Fiji. This will naturally depend on the current regulations at the time for international travel. Just in case, we advise you to anticipate between $30 FJD and $200 FJD (depending on whether this will need to be a PCR test or Rapid Antigen Test).
Additional / Optional Activities…
- You may have a chance to take part in optional activities at resorts before and after the project.
- The skydive is particularly popular and can be organised during the final few days in Fiji. Approximate costs for Skydiving are £300 – £350, depending on the height of the jump and extras (DVD, photos etc.)
- Please note that these activities are not organised by Think Pacific or part of the itinerary itself.