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This is in the heart of Fiji's "Sugar Belt" with thousands of small holdings cultivating sugar cane for mills in Lautoka, Ba and Rakiraki. The coastline faces Bligh Water and the Yasawa Islands can be seen on the horizon. As well as producing sugar, the area operates extensive mature plantations of Caribbean pine trees. Lautoka Rakiraki Trekking
the Abaca Area: Abaca is set in a tropical wilderness of primeval rainforests and plunging waterfalls against a backdrop of black lava mountains. Footpaths which have been used for generations follow the ridges and canyons providing something for everyone, from the leisurely stroller on a nature walk, to the experience hiker seeking a challenge. For the ambitious hiker, it is a challenging hour's trek from the village to the summit of Batilamu, where photographs can capture a panorama of the coastline of Viti Levu with the Yasawa Islands on the horizon. Mere mortals marvel at the "Sleeping Giant" from Nadi.....at Batilamu, you're on top of it! A full day trek takes you through Fiji's only un-logged mountain forest to Mount Koroyanitu, Fiji's third highest peak. Along with its scenic splendor, Abaca offers a unique cultural experience. Fijians have been walking these mountains for more than a hundred generations and are tied spiritually and physically to the land of their ancestors. Your village guide, as much a part of this land as the scenery, will amaze you with his knowledge of nature and terrain. Every bend in the river, every rock outcropping seems to have its own name and an associated story. Organized transport in the way of 4-wheel drive departs Lautoka daily except Sundays.
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