Talanoa Treks

10/11/2024

Our ladies Makayla and Marita will be working alongside Tourism Fiji and Duavata Collective on ygap Pacific Islands Sustainable Tourism Accelerator.

💡 Ready to take your business to the next level? Access essential skills, knowledge, connections, micro-grants, community and support crucial for your business growth. To find out more and submit your application, visit our website ygappacificislands.org

09/11/2024

The most stunning waterfall in Fiji (but we are also a little biased😜).
For the adventurous, it is possible to do some of our hikes independently and we have created a DIY page for visiting the Savulelele waterfall at Nabalesere village. Visit our website for info https://www.talanoa-treks-fiji.com/waterfall-and-cave-diy-options/

24/10/2024

As a small social enterprise, we know how hard it is to do tourism differently. Which is why we are super excited about this partnership with Tourism Fiji Duavata Collective and ygap Pacific Islands that gives us the opportunity to support early stage tourism ventures who believe passionately in community-led, regenerative and sustainable tourism that place purpose before profit. Please share this call for applications with any enterprises you know that are interested in being part of a network of like-minded tourism operators and growing together.

✨Are you a passionate entrepreneur in Fiji's tourism sector? ✨ Are you creating meaningful travel experiences? Do you aspire to make a positive social or environmental impact through your business?

Then you’re eligible to apply for our Sustainable Tourism Accelerator - access skills, knowledge, connections, micro-grants, and a supportive community to help your business not just sustain, but thrive! 🌱

This edition of our Sustainable Tourism Accelerator is open to entrepreneurs of all genders. Alongside our wonderful partners, Tourism Fiji, Talanoa Treks and Duavata Collective, we’re on a mission to empower Fiji’s underestimated entrepreneurs. Together, let’s help you build an impactful business within the tourism industry.

⏳Applications are now open and will close at FJT midnight on Wednesday, 20th November 2024. Find out more and submit your application, visit our website - ygappacificislands.org/

22/10/2024

Our final Intrepid Travel group of the year. Vinaka Guided Walking Tours, Suva

Our last tour with Intrepid Travel for the 2024 season, big lolomas to the team from Talanoa Treks Jake Taoi & the rest of the team!! We got our 2024 dates all lined up 🙌🏽🙌🏽 vinaka Makayla Halter for the lunch today was a great group & we had two Intrepid staff on the tour.

09/10/2024

We could not be prouder of these phenomenal women entrepreneurs who we have had the privilege to work with as part of the yher Pacific Islands programme. When establishing Talanoa Treks ten years ago, our purpose was to connect interior communities to the adventure tourism space, to use tourism as a vehicle for community development. All of these women have similar stories to share about why they work in tourism - they are doing amazing things in their communities to revitalise traditional sailing, to provide employment opportunities for young dancers, to promote health and wellness, to support diverse communities to share Fiji's history with guests. A huge vinaka vakalevu to you all for allowing our team and our partners to be part of your journey. Happy Fiji Day! Tourism Fiji Intrepid Travel Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association KPMG

09/10/2024

We love the power of adventure and responsible tourism. Fiji's history is one of voyaging and we're so proud of our friends at the Uto ni Yalo Trust for utilising the opportunities that tourism can provide to achieve their greater purpose in revitalising traditional sailing. Charter sails like this provide opportunities for their incredible crew to spend more time doing what they love and inspire the next generation to keep the knowledge alive. So next time you bring a group hiking reach out to them and Rosie Holidays to add on some post-hike ocean time. Happy Fiji Day! Tourism Fiji

09/10/2024

Happy Fiji Day! In addition to being the highest point in the country, Tomaniivi is an important bird area and the headwaters of most of Viti Levu's major rivers - the Ba, Sigatoka and Rewa rivers all have their origins in the wider Tomaniivi area. She provides a home to many endemic plants and birds and getting to the summit always brings an incredible sense of achievement. Celebrating all of Fiji's wonders today and everyday! PC: Lukasz Warzecha

02/10/2024

Everyone is taking a moment to appreciate this view today, even our four legged friends 🐕

21/09/2024

The incredible Savulelele waterfall is a short, but hilly, hike from the village of Nabalesere in Ra. This time of year, the water is bracing but always rewarding! One of Viti Levu's hidden gems, it is accessible from Suva or the Suncoast as a day trip or join one of our Intrepid itineraries and visit as part of an 8-day round Viti Levu adventure. Tourism Fiji P.C. Alex Rengel

06/09/2024

Sometimes Tomaniivi is covered with clouds at the start of the hike. And sometimes they'll lift during those first few hours of sunshine so you can reflect on her in all her beauty from the bottom of the trail. Never the same hike twice. Always worth the effort. Tourism Fiji

05/09/2024

We don't normally post photos of our own team but today is a special person's birthday and given that he is on his way down from the highlands and can't object :-) and that this has been shared already on social media, we decided we could get away with it. Happy birthday Jake Taoi! As a recent guest put it in their feedback, 'he is truly a custodian and guardian of Fiji's natural and ecological heritage'. Vinaka vakalevu Jake for all that you do! Have a wonderful birthday!

29/08/2024

Too much screen time? We have 2 spaces left on our Highland Escape next week, departing on Tuesday Sept 3rd, so if you have teenagers that are currently on holiday and you're struggling to get them off their devices we can help! Get in touch to find out more and to book in. PC: Anirban Matahpatra https://www.talanoa-treks-fiji.com/highland-escape/

15/08/2024

Connecting children with nature is a huge part of their journey as responsible stewards. If you can, take your children on hikes or to the farm with you as soon as you can. Some of our favourite child-friendly hikes that can be done independently include Abaca and the Koroyanitu Heritage Park and the Nabalasere Waterfall. All details on our website - scroll down to independent hikes. Happy hiking!

14/08/2024

Name this tree. This photo was taken a few weeks ago by Jake, our Trip Leader and Conservation Lead of the trees starting to bud. During his time with NatureFiji-MareqetiViti he did some monitoring of these specific trees. The tree produces flowers that are red and green but we don't know if they ever change colour from red to green or vice versa. If we have any specialists amongst our followers feel free that can provide more insights do get in touch.

19/07/2024

If you've not climbed Batilamu, why not? Vinaka vakalevu to Mereia for putting Jake's plant identification skills to the test on this hike! If you want to learn more about the plant ecology on your hikes, don't be shy to ask :-) We don't hike Batilamu often - and would recommend connecting with private guides (get in touch for suggestions) and the community to visit https://www.koroyanituheritagepark.org/plan-your-trip - but we're always happy to take special interest environmental groups plant spotting! Tourism Fiji P.C. Mereia Tabua

14/07/2024

In 2018, Eric joined us on a 6-day hike, taking in all of our favourite trails. It's perfect hiking weather at the moment so if you're looking to make the most of it, get in touch to join one of our multi-day hikes or check our our DIY hiking pages on our website to find out how you can do it independently. Tourism Fiji

While hiking through Fiji, Eric Hanson gets a taste of local Fijian culture and cuisine while travelling through the country's interior.SUBSCRIBE to Backpack...

08/07/2024

Those of you that have hiked with us in the last few years will likely recognise Sairusi Rokomatu, either as your guide or host in Naga village. Sairusi is the Chair of the Tourism Committee and our focal point in Naga. He is 32 years old, and proud father of a 7 year old boy and 1 year old girl. He's a rugby fanatic, though taking a bit of a break from playing currently and supporting his team as a coach, as he's recovering from an injury. He's a farmer and sells yaqona, tomatoes, beans, cabbage and other vegetables to traders in Tavua. He's also an amazing hiking guide! We asked him what the best parts of working in tourism are. "I enjoy meeting and getting to talanoa with new vulagi each week. Training new guides also makes me proud as it helps to keep our stories alive". Vinaka vakalevu Sai for all that you do! Tourism Fiji

03/07/2024

Vinaka vakalevu for your support! We believe that our guests are the best people to let others know what our hikes are all about and it always so great to see how many lasting memories are created in the highlands of Viti Levu! Thank you so much to all of you that have taken time to provide a review and share your experience. Tourism Fiji