Turtle Island

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About Turtle Island

in Yasawa Islands

Things to do at Turtle Island

Guests visiting Turtle Island will be in a private, tropical island environment, perfect for exclusive luxury and marine discovery in Yasawa Islands, Fiji

While at Turtle Island, you can go snorkeling, diving, and take guided island exploration tours. Turtle Island offers on-site island exploration and water sport activities.

Yes, these Turtle Island sustainability features have been manually verified

Solar Energy

Turtle Island operates an exceptional off-the-grid island microgrid fueled by a massive 1-acre standalone solar panel farm setup.

Turtle Island relies on rainwater catchments

Turtle Island relies on rainwater catchments and solar-powered desalination units to remain entirely self-sufficient.

Turtle Island partners with the World Wildlife Fund to tag endangered sea turtles and performs mangrove reforestation to stabilize coastal reef environments.

Turtle Island maintains comprehensive wildlife habitat restoration programs.

Turtle Island has an in-house restaurant.

Turtle Island serves a farm-to-table menu.

Turtle Island produces a wide range of vegetables and fruits directly on the island for guest meals. Turtle Island highlights fresh, sustainable seafood caught daily in the surrounding waters. Turtle Island provides a personalized dining experience with menus customized to guest preferences.

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