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Dolphin Bay Divers Retreat

Vanaira Bay | Rainbow Reef, Taveuni Island, Fiji
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4.5 of 5 stars 34 Reviews
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BenHanly
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2012

What a holiday... Roland and Viola have truly set up in Paradise! From the moment Viola, Aporosa and Mereoni came to meet us on the shore, we felt so welcome and this would continue for during our entire stay at Dolphin Bay. The food was lovely (thank you Chefs!) and we enjoyed eating with the new friends we would meet... More

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divefoxy, Owner at Dolphin Bay Divers Retreat, responded to this review
28 January 2012

Bula Adelie and Ben! Thanks for staying with us! We really enjoyed having you guys with us - you are almost local;-). Everyone is amazed you remembered all the names!! Keep up the diving there are sooo many exciting things to see under water! We hope to see you again sometime! from all of us here, including Sox,Leka, Chausette......;-) More

soragamii
Fresno, California
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 November 2011
1
person found this review helpful

The diving here is AMAZING. I was completely blown away! The dive team is top notch and the gear is clean and in very good condition. Now you must know, the retreat itself is very basic! The bures are clean however you will get insects and spiders. If you are ok with roughing it a bit then this is your... More

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KDBell
Airlie Beach, Australia
Senior Contributor
34 reviews
17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 October 2011
3
people found this review helpful

Words are not enough to describe this place. My partner and I have stayed in many places all over the world and this is our favorite one. From the beginning to the end, it was perfect. We were met at the ferry by the dive/transfer boat where the boys greeted us warmly and took us to Dolphin Bay Divers Retreat... More

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bjocht
Suva, Fiji
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews
17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 September 2011
2
people found this review helpful

First I'd like to comment on the "poor" rating: yes, if you feel bothered by pets, this might not become your favourite spot. They have cats and dogs, which are all between nosy, playful, affectionate and annoying. There are also a turtle and a lion fish that mostly hang out around the boat (not that affectionate though, but a bit... More

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Stine_Nilsson
Copenhagen, Denmark
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3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 August 2011

Dolphin Bay Divers is the best place imaginable ! Not only is the best diving in Fiiji only 10 minutes away (Rainbow Reef), the location of the retreat is also on the most beautiful beach you can think of. Awesome snorkling just 10 steps from the restaurant (and as an experienced diver, I am quite picky !) with a resident... More

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divefoxy, Owner at Dolphin Bay Divers Retreat, responded to this review
10 September 2011

Bula, Thank you so much for taking out time and posting a review. We really appreciate your opinion and your staying with us AND being able to meet so many wonderful people. It is also great to catch up with all of you who are coming back to us. Vinaka vakalevu from all the staff and us! More

r w
Ventura, California
2 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 August 2011

This place was excellent! The people, the food, the diving and we even had the excellent fortune of vacationing with other travelers who were awesome! First off, AirPacific did not send our luggage on the same plane as us (MAKE SURE YOUR BAGS COME ON THE SAME PLANE AS YOU) however, Viola arranged to have them there the next day... More

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lovelyisle
Taveuni
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4 reviews
6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 June 2011

I just want to take this time to express my feelings on my many visits to Dolphin Bay Divers Retreat. This resort is run by Rolland and Viola who are delightful and take a very serious interest in catering to their guests. Rolland who is one of the most experienced dive Instructors in Fiji can make you feel at home... More

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sophieFiji
Taveuni Island, Fiji
Contributor
11 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2011

I live on a small tropical island. But when I need to "get away from it all" I head to this magical place. it is everything I always said I wanted to one day have- a place that is away from it all, quiet, with lovely food, sand in your toes location & wonderful service I asked Viola once about... More

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davemac713
Melbourne, Australia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2011

A small, unpretentious resort, in a beautiful, isolated, and remote location. It caters for up to twelve guests at a time, accommodated in tents and simple cabins, wih more than a dozen friendly and helpful staff, plus the resort owners, Viola and Roland, all doing their best to make guests feel welcome, entertained, well fed, and comfortable. There's a lovely... More

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DaSharpie
Sydney, Australia
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews
4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2011

Set in a secluded bay and surrounded by lush tropical gardens, Dolphin Bay Diver's Retreat gives guests the opportunity to dive in some of the world's top dive sites (ask about the White Wall, Purple Corner, Fish Factory and the swim-through cave). You'll be greeted by the very friendly 'guest relations officer', Leka the puppy, and we loved being able... More

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