Reach fiji as an indian - pacific loop

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Here’s a complete guide to visiting Fiji for Indian passport holders — covering visa info, cost, flights, and how it fits into a long-term budget travel or digital nomad plan:

🇫🇯 Fiji for Indian Passport Holders

🛂 Visa Information

  • ✅ Visa-Free for up to 120 days
  • You get a visitor permit on arrival
  • Requirements:
    • Valid passport (6+ months)
    • Return/onward ticket
    • Hotel booking or local contact
    • Sufficient funds

✈️ Flight Info from India to Fiji

  • There are no direct flights from India
  • Cheapest routes usually via:
    • Singapore
    • Hong Kong
    • Australia (Sydney/Melbourne)
    • New Zealand (Auckland)
    • Kuala Lumpur/Nadi

🎟️ Return Flight Cost (as of 2025)

  • ₹65,000 – ₹90,000 return
  • Cheapest from Delhi or Mumbai
  • Flight time: 17–24 hours depending on layovers
  • Airlines: Fiji Airways, Singapore Airlines, AirAsia (connecting), Qantas, etc.

✅ If you're already in Southeast Asia (e.g., Bali, Vietnam, Thailand), you can fly cheaper to Fiji from Singapore or KL (~₹40,000–₹50,000)

💸 Estimated Monthly Budget in Fiji (Nomad or Long Trip Style)

Category Estimated Cost per Month
Accommodation ₹30,000–₹50,000 (budget Airbnb or hostels)
Food & Groceries ₹15,000–₹25,000
Transport ₹5,000–₹8,000 (buses + shared vans)
SIM/Internet ₹2,000 (Vodafone Fiji or Digicel)
Misc/Activities ₹5,000–₹10,000
Total ₹55,000–₹90,000/month

🏝️ Budget travelers can manage at ₹50k–₹60k/month by living in Nadi or Suva.

🌿 Why Visit Fiji?

  • Beautiful islands and beaches (333 islands!)
  • World-class scuba diving and snorkeling
  • Friendly, safe local culture
  • Ideal for slow island living and nature detox
  • Good for couples, solo travelers, or spiritual retreats

📡 Digital Nomad in Fiji

  • Not a major hub, but:
    • Nadi and Suva have reliable 4G
    • Some coworking spots in Suva and Denarau
  • Not ideal for high-bandwidth work, but great for writing, design, coaching, low-intensity remote jobs

🌍 Can You Include Fiji in a 1-Year Nomad Route?

✅ Yes — ideally at the end or middle of your Asia route:

Example Extension Plan:

  1. India → Nepal → Sri Lanka → Thailand → Vietnam → Bali
  2. Bali → Singapore → Fiji
  3. Then return via New Zealand or Australia → India

You can add it to a "Pacific loop" before heading back or continue to Australia/NZ if budget allows.

✳️ Pro Tips

  • Best time to visit: May to October (dry season)
  • Use Skyscanner's "Multi-City" search to find hidden route deals
  • Use Airbnb or Hostelworld for long-stay discounts
  • Get a Fiji Airways pass if exploring multiple islands


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