Anchorages in Lau Group & Vanua Levu
Savusavu Bay (Fiji's hidden paradise, cyclone hole), Copra Shed Marina (South Pacific institution), Taveuni Great White Wall dive, and the supremely remote Lau Group — 100 islands that see fewer than 30 visiting yachts per year. Lau Provincial Council permit required.
Lau Group permit required — full self-sufficiency mandatory
Outer Lau Group requires a Lau Provincial Council permit in addition to the standard Fiji cruising permit. Obtain at Savusavu (Copra Shed Marina) or Suva before departure. The Lau Group has no fuel, no water, and no provisions — carry 2–3 weeks supply from Savusavu. Sevusevu mandatory at every village. No anchoring on coral. Somosomo Strait (Taveuni) tidal currents reach 4 knots at springs.
Verified Anchorages — Lau Group & Vanua Levu
6 anchorages
Savusavu Bay
Savusavu anchorage · Nawi Island anchorage
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Copra Shed Marina, Savusavu
Copra Shed Marina · Savusavu Marina
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Taveuni Waiyevo Anchorage
Taveuni anchorage · Waiyevo · Taveuni Island anchorage
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Viani Bay, Vanua Levu
Viani Bay · Viani anchorage
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Lakeba Island, Southern Lau
Lakeba · Lau Group capital
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Ono-i-Lau Atoll
Ono-i-Lau · Ono i Lau · Far South Lau
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