Nadi Sightseeing inclusief Viseisei Lookout, Village Tour, Garden & Temple Tour

Disappointing seeing of some sights; poorly organized and poorly executed. Not a tour, basically a taxi service dropping you as some of the listed sights. Car came 30 min. late because the driver had an airport pickup in the morning that was late (they did texted me 15 min late that it would take another 15 min.). Another tourist in the same car booked other tour that included the mud pool. Driver intended to drop us there too even though that was not on our excursion (we had village Viseisei and Vuda point). We had to convince him we wanted what we paid for. No tour guide, just a driver who drops you at attractions. Driver pretended not too know Vuda Point Marina (where it is and where lookout point is). He drove through the marina and that was it. Positives: Temple and Garden were beautiful.

This was a nice way to see Nadi and the Garden of the Sleeping Giant - and do it without the mud bath part. We were looking for something to keep us awake and do something productive after arriving in Nadi at 5:45 am and not being able to check into the hotel until 3 pm. We were picked up in a private van at the hotel at 8 am sharp and we were back to the hotel by noon (we chose to skip going out to lunch and have lunch at the hotel - lunch is not included in the trip cost). We especially loved the fresh food market - make sure you have some small FJ$ bills to get some of the fresh pineapple. The driver took us to a local Fijian wood carving shop where we took part in a Kava ceremony and did some shopping - their carvings were beautiful and there was a great selection with a number of items that are unique to Fiji (like ancient weapons and traditional masks - which they are happy to explain them all). I will make this warning, they offer to carve your items (which is really cool) but PLEASE ask about price BEFORE this happens - we thought the prices were higher than we expected and by then, the carving was done. We did negotiate but still felt that we paid more than we probably should have. Make sure you are in walking shoes if you want to fully enjoy the Garden of the Sleeping Giant - the views from the top are worth the hike! It was a great way to kill a little time and see the area!

The produce market was fantastic. We were lucky to go on a Saturday when there was lots going on. The Garden of the Sleeping Giant was beautiful. The Hindu temple and the Village tour were also interesting. Our guide Sharon explained a lot about Fiji's culture and history and he answered our questions. He was very friendly and professional. This small group tour was really worthwhile.