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Matei

Matei is the main settlement and visitor hub on Taveuni's northern tip in Fiji. Home to Taveuni Airport and a boat landing, it serves as the base for exploring nearby Bouma National Heritage Park and Rainbow Reef. From here, visitors arrange reef trips, snorkelling excursions, and outer-island day tours. The town's strategic location makes it the natural gateway for water-based adventures on and around Taveuni.

The settlement on the northern tip of Taveuni and the island's main visitor base, sitting midway between Bouma National Heritage Park and the Rainbow Reef. Home to Taveuni (Matei) Airport and the boat landing used for reef, snorkelling and outer-island trips.

Also known as: Matei Point, Taveuni Airport

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Matei in detail

About: Matei is the principal settlement and visitor base on the northern tip of Taveuni. It is home to Taveuni (Matei) Airport and serves as the launch point for reef, snorkelling and outer-island trips.
Getting there: Matei is located on Taveuni's northern tip and sits midway between Bouma National Heritage Park and Rainbow Reef. The town has a dedicated airport and a boat landing for transfers and excursions.

Last updated 8 September 2026