Barefoot Manta Island Resort

Surround yourself with breathtaking tropical scenery and immerse yourself in authentic Fijian culture at Barefoot Manta Island Resort. Shrouded in lush coconut palms, this relaxed resort is located on Drawaqa Island in Fiji’s Yasawa archipelago. Revel in a stay in one of 25 beachfront bures and explore the island’s abundance of features, including three golden beaches, lush walking paths and coral reef gardens.

Barefoot Manta Island Resort is an absolute paradise for nature and beach lovers. Get ready to spend lazy days on the beach, snorkel and dive in the colourful coral reef, and kayak through the clear blue waters. You can also enjoy a daily schedule of exciting resort activities, including village visits, cooking classes, language lessons and handicraft demonstrations. However, the highlight of any holiday at Barefoot Manta Island Resort is the opportunity to swim with manta rays. Known to frequent the waters surrounding the resort between April and October, Barefoot Manta Island Resort host daily snorkelling tours, allowing you to get up close and personal with these majestic creatures of the sea.

A unique feature of Barefoot Manta Island Resort is it’s dedicated Marine Conservation Centre managed by the resort’s in-house Marine Biologists, who’ve planted over 4000m² of coral. The resulting coral gardens are wow! Houseguests are welcome to join daily scheduled marine conservation presentations and there’s even the option to participate in a conservation project

Offering a daily meal plan, a stay at Barefoot Manta Island Resort also provides the chance to taste authentic Fijian cuisine, along with all your trusty international favourites. Most ingredients are locally sourced from the Yasawa Islands, including sustainable fresh fish and fruit and vegetables grown in the resort’s own gardens. Your most genuine Fiji holiday awaits at Barefoot Manta Island Resort.