Waitabu Marine Park Blog

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts today announced its ‘Sustainable Seafood Policy’ including the commitment to cease serving shark fin in all of its operated restaurants as well as accepting new orders for shark fin products in banqueting with immediate effect.

2012-01-17T13:13:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to these guys! A BIG hotel chain based in Hong Kong and throughout the Asia region!Shangri-La Announces Sustainable Seafood Policy And Discontinuing Use Of All Shark Fin Products in 72 hotels and resorts17 Jan 2012Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts today announced its ‘Sustainable Seafood Policy’ including the commitment to cease serving shark fin in all of its operated restaurants as

Waitabu Marine Park on Facebook

2011-12-10T20:44:00.001-08:00

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Save our sharks, Miss Fiji to tell pageant

2011-11-28T19:32:00.000-08:00

Please support Fiji's Miss Hibiscus at the South Pacific pageant. She is championing the Fiji Shark Campaign as part of her bid to become Miss South Pacific. This is a great way for us to get the message out! Please spread this on all your Facebook, Bebo, Google + and Twitter networks!You can support her by voting for her at :misssouthpacificpageant.ws/about-us/contestants-2011.html. You can

Sea Save Foundation - Auction Home Page - BiddingForGood Fundraising Auction

2011-11-23T15:57:00.000-08:00

The Sea Save Foundation Holiday Auction is now open! The proceeds will go to Sea Save Foundation in order to support ocean conservation.Auction items range from exotic diving vacation getaways, diving equipment and gear, underwater photography courses by noted oceanographers, and incredible hand crafted works of art guaranteed to delight and surprise. So, tell your friends, family, and community.

Fin it off the menu - Fiji Times Online

2011-11-07T21:45:00.000-08:00

SHARKMAN Manoa Rasigatale moved an inch close to his dream - thanks to Chinese basketball superstar Yao Ming.The recently-retired NBA giant has joined the worldwide campaign against the shark fin trade, which has pushed the ancient species to the brink of extinction.Yao's decision is a big boost for campaigners such as the Sharkman, who is lobbying for legislation to ban the fishing of sharks in

The shark fight - Fiji Times Online

2011-10-24T13:45:00.000-07:00

Time may not be on the side of the sharks. But as numbers dwindle to worrying figures, this evening will see the launch of an awareness campaign to save them. The event, which will be attended by the Attorney-General Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum, is set for Village 6 cinemas in Suva.It will include the screening of a 30-minute documentary titled Shark Hope.The film, says Sharkman Ratu Manoa Rasigatale, is

Taveuni Palms Resort Fiji | Waitabu Marine Park

2011-01-05T23:05:00.000-08:00

This area of Taveuni has been awarded the “International British Airways Eco-Tourism Award". White sand beaches, great snorkeling, bilibili rafts, Fijian village life and much more... This half day excursion will begin with a beautifully scenic drive to the Eastern side of the island. Upon arrival at Waitabu Village you will be welcomed into village life over morning tea that has been

Kubulau bears fruit of vision : FijiSun

2010-08-08T23:05:00.000-07:00

The district of Kubulau is taking the lead in managing its marine resources, by putting together a management plan administered by a management committee selected by the communities and trained by NGO’s who are conducting work in the district. This was heard at the St Agnes Parish Community Hall in Samabula East on Friday evening as representatives from environmental NGO’s involved in

Great snorkelling trip and village visit - Review of Waitabu Marine Park, Taveuni Island, Fiji - TripAdvisor

2010-07-18T17:24:00.000-07:00

Thoroughly enjoyed my time at Waitabu.We arrived at 9am and spent a couple of hours snorkeling in the marine park at Waitabu with local guides who knew their stuff.We were poled up to the park in a handmade Fijian bamboo raft, a Bilibili.The local guides had a good knowledge of the area and were cool to relax afterward on the beach in a new open sided bure with tea and music.Very laid back and

Fiji Islands Travel Guide | DiveMe | Marine Reserve | Ocean Life

2010-04-05T19:17:00.000-07:00

What is an MPA? “A MPA is an area of ocean or coastal water recognised by both government and society as having specific conservation value. Measures are put in place to preserve the quality of marine life including restricted access for fishing, diving and other potentially harmful activities.”Fiji's commitment to establish a Marine Protected Area (MPA) Network

60 years on - Fiji Times Online

2010-01-19T17:02:00.000-08:00

Villagers were in for a surprise when a delicacy they only heard of from their elders suddenly appeared in their fishing ground after 60 years. The long lost "ita" (kuita) or octopus' reemergence is the result of the setting aside of a tabu (prohibited fishing) area in their i qoliqoli.Not only did they find a few but as many as three to four for each person a day to take home, said Korolevu

Rückschau: Fidschi Rettung für Korallenriffs

2009-12-12T13:09:00.000-08:00

Rückschau: Fidschi Rettung für Korallenriffs Sendeanstalt und Sendedatum: SWR, Sonntag, 22. November 2009  Weltweit lässt der Klimawandel die Meerestemperaturen steigen mit einem verheerenden Kollateralschaden: Die Korallenriffe sterben langsam ab. So auch auf den Fidschi-Inseln im südpazifischen Meer. Das kleine

DasErste.de - Weltspiegel - Fidschi (22.11.2009)

2009-12-10T12:36:00.000-08:00

Looking back: Fiji Rescue for coral reefs Broadcasting and broadcast: SWR, Sunday, 22 November 2009 Worldwide climate change affects ocean temperatures to rise slowly with a devastating collateral damage: The coral reefs die. The small village Waitabu braced himself as the first community in Fiji against the consequences: The reefs have been designated as nature reserves, tourists and scuba

Our Projects | Coral Reef Alliance

2009-10-06T16:37:00.000-07:00

Waitabu Marine Park In 1998, the residents of Waitabu Village designated a significant portion of their Qoliqoli, or traditional fishing grounds, as a no-take zone, thus creating one of the first marine protected areas in Fiji. With the dedication of local community leaders in partnership with CORAL and other non-governmental organizations, the Waitabu Marine Park celebrated ten years of healthy

2008 Great Fiji Butterflyfish Count Results presented at the Fiji Islands Conservation Science Forum 5th - 7th August 2009 - The Great Fiji Butterflyfish Count

2009-09-22T15:36:00.000-07:00

2008 Great Fiji Butterflyfish Count Results presented at the Fiji Islands Conservation Science Forum 5th - 7th August 2009 The 2009 inaugural Fiji Islands Conservation Science Forum (FICSF) provided an excellent platform for the Butterflyfish Count organizing committee to present its findings to the greater scientific and conservation organizations in Fiji as well as to the general public.

ANPC News: INTERNATIONAL: Fiji Islands Conservation Science Forum 5 - 7 August 2009

2009-09-22T15:22:00.000-07:00

The Wetlands-International Oceania, Wildlife Conservation Society, World Wide Fund, Govt. Fiji, USP and Fiji Locally Managed Marine Area are organising a Fiji Islands Conservation Science Forum from 5 - 7 August 2009 at the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat, Suva, Fiji.The Forum provides the opportunity for students, researchers, scientists, naturalists and scholars to present some of their

Taveuni Estates - Own your piece of island paradise - Freehold island real estate in Fiji

2009-08-22T03:31:00.000-07:00

Waitabu Marine Park Knowledgeable local guides lead visitors to the Taveuni reef conservation project. This is an ideal opportunity for keen snorkellers to get a taste of what has made Taveuni Island the ‘soft coral capital of the world’. Taveuni Estates - Own your

Taveuni Weddings, Fiji Wedding Packages, Fiji Weddings, Taveuni Weddings, Beach Weddings

2009-08-18T03:30:00.000-07:00

Waitabu Marine Park - Waitabu Marine Park - Taveuni Island: Dive or snorkle Fiji's coral reefs to see a myriad of colorful fish, like this Clown Triggerfish. Waitabu Marine Park, off the north coast of Taveuni Island, contains a Marine Protected Area ideal for snorkeling. This park resulted form an agreement of 7 Fijian communities not to fish or anchor in a 1km section of Taveuni's

Waitabu Marine Park, Taveuni Island, Fiji Reviews - TravelPod

2009-08-12T03:28:00.000-07:00

Traveler Reviews of Waitabu Marine Park Taveuni Island Great snorkelling trip and village visit from StuartTuiTai on 2008-10-12 Thouroughly enjoyed my time at Waitabu. We arrived at 9am and spent a couple of hours snorkeling in the marine park at Waitabu with local guides who knew their stuff. We were poled up to the... Waitabu Marine Park, Taveuni

Waitabu Marine Park & Campground Review | Taveuni | Fodor's Travel Guides

2009-08-05T03:28:00.000-07:00

Waitabu Marine Park & Campground Rate It Address: Near Vidawa village, about a 30-minute-drive southeast of Matei, Bouma National Heritage Park, Taveuni Phone: 888-0451 www.bnhp.org Category: Tours Location: Taveuni Fodor's Review:At Waitabu Marine Park & Campground you can swim and snorkel over a fringing reef that has been a marine-protected area

Taveuni Palms Resort Fiji | Waitabu Marine Park

2009-08-02T03:25:00.000-07:00

Waitabu Marine ParkThis area of Taveuni has been awarded the “International British Airways Eco-Tourism Award".White sand beaches, great snorkeling, bilibili rafts, Fijian village life and much more...This half day excursion will begin with a beautifully scenic drive to the Eastern side of the island. Upon arrival at Waitabu Village you will be welcomed into village life over morning tea that has

I loved the morning walk on the beach - Review of Waitabu Marine Park and Campground, Taveuni Island, Fiji - TripAdvisor

2009-07-28T03:25:00.000-07:00

Oh it was just awesome....hearing the sound of the waves as you sleep in the night, seeing the beautiful stars in the sky and being greated by the beautiful view of the early morning sunrise. I would not ask for anything more... Waitabu is the place to be if you are looking for a village experience. You can get a chance to meet the locals with their friendly smiles, drink kava and learn a few

A nice blend of culture, sun, fun and the fishes - Review of Waitabu Marine Park and Campground, Taveuni Island, Fiji - TripAdvisor

2009-07-22T03:24:00.000-07:00

Waitabu camp-grounds is an absolute delight. From the moment I stepped into the visitor center, I knew there was nothing to be missed from home. During my week long stay at the campsite, I had the opportunity to have a taste of real Fijian cuisine from Waci-poki made out of Taro leaves, pumpkin leaves in coconut milk (was a favorite) to fresh lobster made in a special Waitabu sauce. Of course all

Tovu Tovu Resort | Fijian Hospitality | Taveuni, Fiji

2009-07-16T03:22:00.000-07:00

Waitabu Marine Park TourTour Description: Waitabu Marine Park is a reef conservation success story. Visitors experience excellent snorkelling to see the transformation made to the marine life since the establishment of the park in 1998. Trained guides will snorkel with the tour and will point out and explain interesting sites. The half-day (5 hour Fijian time) trip should NOT be missed during

Diving Fiji Scuba Vacation : Diving Taveuni : Taveuniadventures.com

2009-07-12T03:36:00.001-07:00

Waitabu Marine Park (Full Day Adventure) Swim and snorkel in the Waitabu Marine Park. Experience the beauty of marine life in abundance as all marine parks should be. We protect it. During fish feeding time, sight of fish in a frenzy during meal time is awesome. Diving Fiji Scuba Vacation : Diving Taveuni : Taveuniadventures.com