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Snorkeling with sharks (homestay)

Holiday home in Wayasewa Island

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

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Yasawa, Fiji
  • Place, Manta Ray Beach
  • Place, Monuriki Island
  • Place, Vuda Point Marina
  • Airport, Malololailai (PTF)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Dining area

About this property

Snorkeling with sharks (homestay)

A Fijian community homestay.The place of learning our famous traditional culture,local yummy dishes,and the unchallenged eco surroundings.It will be an adventure..Remain disconnected from the world with the rhythm of FIJI TIME will wrap everything up.You will not want to leave.Don't forget to take part in our fabulous daily activities. It will add up to your vacation.Come and enjoy it.
We are located on the island of wayasewa in the Yasawa group.So,the only option of getting here is by boat transfer.I can arrange pickup from Nadi or nearby islands at reasonable price.
You will definitely enjoy everything in here..
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Can host families
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Can use balcony for smoking
Feel free to move around inside the community.

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Wayasewa Island

Wayasewa Island is home to this holiday home. Yanuya Village is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Manta Ray Beach and Sunrise Beach.
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Yasawa, Fiji

Getting around

  • Mana (MNF) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • Coconut Bar

Frequently asked questions

Is Snorkeling with sharks (homestay) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Snorkeling with sharks (homestay)?

As of 10 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Snorkeling with sharks (homestay) on 17 Oct 2025 start from AU$61.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Snorkeling with sharks (homestay)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Snorkeling with sharks (homestay)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Snorkeling with sharks (homestay) located?

Situated in Wayasewa Island, this holiday home is within 20 miles (32 km) of Manta Ray Beach, Sunrise Beach and Naukacuvu Beach. Sunset Beach is 17.9 mi (28.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

8.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Hamish W.

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A great 5 day stay, delicious food and hospitality and the snorkeling with sharks trip was a real highlight.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nolwenn B.

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Wonderfull stay here

We had a wonderful time! Bill and Paula were incredibly kind and welcomed us with open arms. We ate very well, and the room was very clean. Thanks to Bill, we were able to swim with the reef sharks, and it was amazing!Thank you for everything; we miss you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clove W.

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Our family of 5 (2 adults, 16y, 10y, 3y) stayed here for 3 nights. Bill and Pola were amazing, 10/10 recommend this beautiful homestay to any families wanting to experience the real Fiji.Communication during planning was excellent, Bill took care of everything including road transfers from our hotel on the coral coast then a trip in his open top boat to the island. He organised a package for us including snorkelling with sharks, picnic lunch at blue lagoon, limestone caves and manta rays.Pollas meals were delicious and plentiful, with enough variety to cater for everyone.The whole village was very welcoming and we very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you Bill and Paula for opening up your beach house and village to us!Thank you Paula for all your hard work cooking your lovely meals for usWe had a wonderful time and hope to return in the near futureOur highlights were the time spent with Bill on his boat to and from the island and excursions and the snorkelling with sharks and manta ray. Unfortunately we missed seeing Eva's fabled pink dolphin but hope to catch a glimpse on our next visitIt was an absolute pleasure soaking up Fiji time and island life for a few days and inspiring to see a self-sufficient way of life that many of us in the western world have completely forgotten but should learn fromA truly rewarding island holiday
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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Amazing people and beautiful island! Snorkeling was also incredible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ella H.

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Incredible experience

This 3 night stay was by far the highlight of our entire 2 week holiday in Fiji. The accommodation was 5 steps to the ocean, with the most incredible views and sunsets! We travelled with our 6 and 3 year olds and they thoroughly enjoyed their stay too, particularly meeting all the local children!The food was AMAZING! We are vegetarian so did worry, but they accommodated so well for us and we were always very full.My eldest turned 6 during our stay and we were lucky enough to be invited into the village where Paula, bill and all the local villagers celebrated his birthday with a cake and traditional kava ceremony. It was just beautiful.We were also invited to the church with them, which was a lovely experience.I am seriously considering coming back within the next few months!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria F.

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Paradise and a taste of Fijian island life

We had a truely wonderful experience with Bill, Polla, their children and their grandchildren. All of them played a part to contribute to a meaningful and authentic time in their island village. The snorkelling straight out from the accommodation was amazing and the day trips that Bill and Ebo took us on were unforgettable. We felt safe on their boat, and had full bellies every mealtime from Polla and Nani’s exceptional cooking skills. We were treated to Fijian fruits and vegetables and lots of freshly caught fish- some of which we caught ourselves!A truely unforgettable off grid and unplugged experience.Vinaka vaka levu
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shari

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My son and I stayed with Bill and Paula and it was amazing. If you want to experience remote versus resort, this is where you go! I felt lucky being there and learning about village life and Bill and Paula's family, which touched my heart. It was extremely special in so many ways. Hearing the nightly village bell and drums calling villagers to church, eating fresh food prepared by Paula from the garden and trees, sunset hand line fishing with Bill, snorkeling with the sharks, walking down the beach to sand bar at low tide, and walking through the village. I dont know if will be ever be on that side of the world again, but if i ever was in the area again, I honestly would stop by and say hello. I miss Bill and Paula! It was a tearful goodbye!
Gorgeous sunsets!
Sand bar fun!
Exploring at low tide!
Bill took us to snorkel with the sharks!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hudson L.

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Our 7-day Stay

Bill and Paula were wonderful hosts. Our stay exceeded our expectations. Paula was a wonderful cook and we enjoyed all of her homemade meals. The family and the community of the village were so welcoming, and we loved getting involved in the local culture. The snorkeling off of the island was wonderful, we went out almost 2 or 3 times everyday. We had the pleasure of tagging along to their invitation to the opening ceremony of the kuata island resort, where we witnessed the traditional kava ceremony and proceeding of their clan rituals. We also had a wonderful time doing the snorkeling with sharks excursion, which is a bucket list item! Keep in mind this is a homestay, which is perfect for an outdoor and a nature enthusiast crowd that wishes to immerse themselves in local culture and wildlife. We already miss their hospitality and the island, and hope to bring our friends/family back someday to this once-in-a-lifetime experience. Thank you!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billie M.

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Amazing Fiji experience

We had the best time staying with Bill and Polla and their family. Bill was great at communicating before we arrived and we arranged transfer with him to and from our stay. Pollas food was delicious, portions were very generous and such a big variety of meals! The island is so beautiful and staying with Bill and Polla is a great way to experience the real Fiji. The snorkling with sharks experience was incredible. Their son was home for the long weekend and took us out for the sunset fishinng trip and along to the sand bar. Make sure to read Bills description as this is a real Fiji experience and not for everyone but we would recommend to anyone that wants to see more than the resorts. Thank you Bill and Polla for being so welcoming and kind and opening your home up to us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

melissa s.

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Private oasis

We loved staying at our Wayasewa homestayPaula’s cooking was outstandingShe really went over and above with local culinary delightsWe had the beach accommodation to ourselves and it was very spacious We especially loved the company of little Iva our homestay’s grandaughter One week was a little too long though
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

MEGHAN K.

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beautiful!

Bill and Paula, along with their family are gracious hosts! We enjoyed our stay and excursions. Our 4 children ages 5 to 11, enjoyed the snorkeling and the boat rides and the food and the company!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staying here was an experience of a lifetime. The hosts are such lovely people and were so welcoming. It was a rich cultural experience that we will always have fond memories of.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Chris j.

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Great tribal village experience

Bill and his family supplied us with an authentic tribal village iexperience. Got to live the native island life for 3 days. Eat their food, live in their accommodations, meet the village people and visit some amazing islands. Hospitality was top notch.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexa P.

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Unique and incredible, remote, off-grid island experience

We had an incredible, once in a lifetime experience staying with Bill and Polla. They are both warm, welcoming and helpful hosts, sharing information and stories about village life and culture and local farming. The accommodations are rustic, but clean and totally functional. The views and area is just stunning and the the off-grid, very limited cell reception meant a true disconnecting and relaxing vibe.Polla made all our meals from scratch using mainly locally sourced or grown fruits, vegetables, etc. Everything was delicious! One day Bill went our fishing and brought back an assortment of fish that Polla then cooked up in a few different ways and served with the most delicious, homemade coconut milk sauce.The weather was not totally on our side, so between low tide, rain or high winds and surf, made it difficult to get out swimming/snorkelling or going on boat excursion. We did make it out swimming with sharks - really amazing! It meant we had lots of time for reading, journalling, card playing or just taking in the views.We did not see another tourist the whole time we were there. Recommend being prepared with bringing a headlamp or flashlight, mosquito repellant, water shoes or old runners, bottled drinking water or a filter (we brought lifestraw water bottles) and helpful to have a few snacks (like bars) in case you get hungry between meals or while out on excursions. Meals were abundant!Thank you Bill & Polla for a beautiful experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

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Thankyou to Bill and Paula for a truly memorable holiday. My family of 5 had the most amazing time. Initial culture shock was quickly overcome and from airport transfers, full board and activities Bill will arrange it all. We felt at home, safe and part of the community. We promised the local children to visit again and we will. Vinaka to Bill and the entire village.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

NixonPictures

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Wonderful Wayasewa!

The perfect 'real Fiji' experience off the grid. Not for everyone as there's no airconditioning, running hot water or pools but that's the charm and attraction here. Bill and Paula looked after us wonderfully. Our two small boys were played with and looked after by other local children, the villages were very friendly. Paula also arranged a surprise birthday cake for my oldest son! No other tourists spotted, no-one trying to sell you things or get you to drink kava and no shops. Perfect spot. AAA+
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Shell G., Eltham

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Such a Beautiful spot,Bill an Paula an Whanau are most Humble,Beautiful family,

Taking older children Twins 16yrs was great as they went off an did activities and had such a wonderful time swimming with Snokle with the Sharks ,Unlimited Snokleing down at the sand bar looking at Beautiful Coral an fish Which is where the younger children swam safely Thanks so much to Jnr Paula for showing as some special things ❤,especially those nuts ..😋😋 Vanaka The Villagers are So friendly and full off big Beautiful smiles,I do recommend taking cash to buy the Villagers products the make ,Some fantastic bargins an Beautiful Gifts Also water is a must Fantastic holiday Definitely go back ❤🙏
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shianne A.

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Awesome place awesome experience.

Bill, his family and their village were wonderful. It was an experience of traditional island life. We stayed in a little bungalow right on the beach. The cooking was AMAZING. I would recommend bringing some snacks with you if you're a person who likes to snack but in the ways on main meals the food is delicious. Absolutely come and stay here! 3 days was perfect for us and our two year old son. Very child friendly! So much fun and we're completely relaxed after 3 days in paradise not lifting a finger!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane G.

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Amazing

My girlfriend and I, in our elder years, had an amazingly 9 day stay on the island. Everything was explained to us in advance and we knew we would have very basic facilities. We were treated as royalty with nothing too much trouble for our hosts and the villiagers. Food was plentiful, happy smiling faces plentiful also. Our interaction with the children and the community was flawless. Their singing was mesmerising. As long as you are prepared for basic but clean conditions then this is definitely a 5 star stay. Thank you Paula, Bill and the community.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Ruth R.

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Beach front getaway

Fijian island living with daily fresh fish and vegetables from the family's plantation, home cooked bread, and seasonal fruit. House on the beach front and lots of activities available to book. We (myself abd three children ages 11,13,16) had a wonderful time, hiking up the volcanic landscape behind the house, snorkelling on the reef, and chilling in the hammock. Visiting the limestone caves was a highlight, albeit 2-3hr boat ride north. The sand spit between the islands was a fun place to play in the surf. Bill, Paula and their children Jim and Sara were lovely hosts. Recommend bringing insect repellent, mosquito coils, head torch if don't want to turn lights on at night in the single room; sunscreen, sunhats, first aid kit, water purifying tablets and/or water filter; water shoes for walking on the rocks at low tide; snacks if you want to eat between the delicious meals. All the usual island essentials! WiFi inconsistent and cellphone reception only at top of hill - perfect for a technology break! ,
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John & Meleni P.

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Mel&John

Bill was a great host who organised everything. Paula made all the food for our stay. Please note to take all $ for payment of accommodation, fishing & snorkel g trips. We didn’t, due to not knowing what to expect & if there were safes etc. Unfortunately it meant Bill had to wait for ages for our bank to transfer the balance. I felt very bad for this. The accommodation is very basic, but a good reality check to what really matters in life. A true Fijian village experience. Thanks to Bill’s family for an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie T.

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Great place to get away from the resorts

Thank you to Bill, Paula, Sarah and Jim for looking after us so well! We had a great 4 night stay and the whole family was attentive and responsive to our needs. My mum found the steps up to the eating area to be a bit much, and they kindly carried the table down and every meal for the rest of the stay, so we we are able to eat next to the beach and avoid the climb. Jim took us across to snorkel in the boat, and across to the other village so that we were able to see some of the rest of the island. We were also welcomed to their church and community lunch. The set-up for the lower hut is basic but mosquito nets supplied and the beds were comfortable, and it opens almost right onto the beach so we could hear the waves. I would recommend bringing some backup water to save the family having to boil large quantities daily. Food was plentiful and a delicious opportunity to try cassava, breadfruit and taro leaves, as well as more familiar fruits and foods, including daily fresh baking for breakfast. I would definitely recommend the family's homestay for an authentic village experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice I.

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Most Beautiful Homestay in Fiji!

We are from the USA and wanted to experience a village homestay on one of Fiji’s little islands. Bill, Paula, and their son Tim were very welcoming and inviting and offered the most beautiful experience for my husband and I and our 4 children. Paula made us the most wonderful sit down meals 3 times a day and Bill and Tim took us on many unforgettable excursions! They took us snorkeling with the reef sharks, to the popular limestone caves, sunset fishing, and a beautiful picnic at the famous Blue Lagoon beaches. My son and husband loved playing Rugby with all of the local boys on our island. My daughters and I loved shelling and seeing beautiful sunsets and sunrises from our private beach. Our cute little beach house was clean and steps from the ocean and slept all 6 of us comfortably and had a private bathroom and shower. Bill communicated all details of our stay very well before we arrived and transported us to and from the main Fiji island port of Lautoka. We stayed 3 nights and everything was organized very well and we felt very safe and all the locals are very friendly. I highly recommend this experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Miranda M.

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A wonderfully unique experience

Bill and Polla were wonderful hosts. They welcomed us into their family, fed us lovely food and invited us into the village (where we were made to feel equally welcome). They helped us in every way they could to have a very memorable stay. After two months of travelling we needed a few days to unwind and we got that on Wayasewa - a stunning island that had us looking around more than once and pinching ourselves. Accommodation is simple but comfortable (but be prepared for an outdoor toilet and shower and resident creepy-crawlies). The house is literally on the beach and it was incredible to fall asleep and wake up to the sound of the waves. The beach itself is a treasure trove of rock pools and marine life, but sadly full of litter that washes in from further out to sea - such a shame that a beautiful location is marred in this way. There are a number of excursions on offer for an additional fee but we didn’t do any of these as we have two young kids. Thank you Bill and Polla for a truly unique and beautiful experience for our whole family - we’ll always remember your kindness and hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

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