Fact file

Getting to Fiji:

Fiji Airways has regular flights from Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch to Nadi.

Visit fijiairways.com.

Getting to Matangi:

Fiji Airways has daily flights from Nadi to Taveuni, and several flights a week from Suva to Taveuni. Transfers from Taveuni Airport to the island cost NZ$234 a person, plus taxes.

Staying there:

Oceanview Bures at Matangi Private Island Resort from $1350 a couple a night, including all meals, nonmotorised sports and cultural activities. Tree houses from about NZ$1786. Visit matangiisland.com. Border rules:

Travel rules change often, so check fiji.travel for the latest Fiji entry requirements, and covid19.govt.nz for the latest requirements when returning home.