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Beqa Lagoon

B eqa Lagoon - Beqa Lagoon has beautiful reefs, a great variety         and turquoise lagoon, rugged Beqa Island (pronounced Benga) lies
     of marine life and is also home to one of the best shark dives in  off the south coast of Viti Levu, about 7.5 km (5 miles) from Pacific
the world, with several species of sharks appearing. From Nadi, it’s    Harbor - a 60 minute drive from Suva. Beautiful Beqa Lagoon is a
a 2.5 hour car ride, followed by a 45 minute boat ride. Beqa Island is  great spot for snorkeling and diving. Beqa’s fringing coral reef is
one of the most popular Fiji diving destinations for those seeking to   famous worldwide for its superb dive sites. Along with dolphins and
avoid a domestic flight. There are a range of good dive sites around    sea turtles, there are many colorful coral species and a wide variety
the lagoon and the islands that fringe it. You can expect pinnacles,    of fish to be seen.
plenty of soft corals and even wreck dives. Famous for its firewalkers
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