Matanivusi Eco Beach Resort

Regions

pacific

Planning the ultimate Surfing Holiday with others has always been riddled with compromise; that dirty word, which basically means doing things you don’t want to. Thankfully, Matanivusi Beach Eco Resort says, “compromise no more, friends”. Catering for everyone’s desires – coupled with a surf-your-brains out focus, of course – they provide all the answers to all your getaway quandaries.

the basics

The “wow” factor is applied everywhere.. location, buildings, service, surf boats. It’s a resort not a surf camp! MBER has eight rooms ( 2 more under construction) so it caters to a maximum of 16 guests. Rooms are stylish and individual, with absolute beach frontage and a focus on keeping the partners happy.

time in transit

in the air:
East coast Oz
to Nadi airport 4hrs
on the ground:
Nadi airport
to resort 2hrs

surf season stats

prime time:
June to September
can get waves:
All year ’round!

expedition essentials

hardware: Shortboard and a wider fishy board are recommended. A larger, semi-gun could serve you well on the larger, punchy days too.
non-surf: A camera for the memories and a sense of adventure to make the most of your stay.
medical: All staff are trained in first-aid and a medical centre is only three kms away. No inoculations are advised currently; it’s very safe with no malaria and minimal mosquitoes. Heli evacuation is available, but has never been needed.

five waves you want to ride

WAVE	IN SHORT	HEAVINESS	FUN	CROWDS	SUITS
Shifties	Only a short boat ride from the resort, this predominant right is very consistent, peaky and can be surfed on all tides.	6/10	7/10	No crowds, still secret spots that need boat access and local knowledge.	Intermediate level of surfer and up.
J’s	Also a short boat ride from the resort, this hollow, fast right-hander is best on high tide.	7/10	7/10	No crowds, still secret spots that need boat access and local knowledge.	Intermediate level of surfer and up.
Pipe	Also a short boat ride from the resort, this short and barelling left-hander is best on high tide.	7/10	7/10	No crowds, still secret spots that need boat access and local knowledge.	Intermediate level of surfer and up.
Frigates	Situated 20 km off-shore, this world-class wave rivals Cloudbreak for, size, power and consistency. Can produce a long, workable wall, a heaving barrel and everything in between.	5-10/10, depending on swell size.	5-10/10, depending on swell size.	Not exclusive to resort guests, but even on crowded days it is less crowded than a perfect day at your local.	Intermediate level of surfer and up.
Um... not telling nup, you’ll have to visit to find out for yourself, friends.		5/10	10/10