Private Island - Fiji

We love private island trips, and this one is super special!

We’ve hired an entire island in Fiji, so we can get together to relax, explore and let our kids free range without worrying about strangers. Completely free of judgement and expectations.

There’s a pool, kayaks, stand up paddle boards, snorkelling and lots of opportunities for authentic cultural experiences. There’s even a day spa, massage parlor, bar and golf course!

Our trips are unstructured, with people choosing their own activities depending on the needs and interests of their kids. Every day there are opportunities to do group activities together, but families are welcome to spend as much or as little time with the group as they like.

This trip was one of the most amazing things we did in 2024, and we can’t wait to do it again in 2025!

  • Our trips offer all the freedom and flexibility of solo travel, without the worry.

    Explore on your own terms, knowing our trip leaders are always nearby to offer support.

  • Kids love traveling together, and parents can relax, knowing they’re happily entertained.

    With new friends to share the fun, every activity becomes an adventure.

  • Connect with other families when you’re ready and recharge whenever it feels right.

    It’s the perfect balance of friendship and personal space for kids and parents.

  • Our trips are designed around flexibility - light on schedules, big on options.

    You choose the activities that suit your family's budget, interests and need for downtime.

  • Our trips are designed specifically for families.

    We want kids to have the time of their lives and we want adults to have the kind of relaxing holiday that just isn’t possible if you’re stressing about entertaining kids the whole time.

    You’ll be on the island with other Bold Gorilla families and a trip co-ordinator, who will suggest activities, make sure everything runs smoothly and help the kids get to know each other.

    We’ll also set up a private group chat for people who are going on the trip, so that everyone can get to know each other before it starts and share photos along the way.

  • We’ll be on the island for five nights, from 31 August - 5 September, 2025

  • If you have kids in your life and you’re keen to make amazing memories and show them the world - this is for you.

    Please note though, this experience is mainly aimed at kids. If you’re looking for a super quiet island holiday, this probably isn’t for you. There will definitely be lots of kids playing, yelling and having a noisy good time around the pool, on the beach and at each other’s bures.

    Also please note that nature comes first on the island, so there may be geckos, crabs and other native creatures around. The island is their home, so it’s important to go into the experience knowing that they’ll be around.

    Many of the people who join our trips are homeschoolers, but families with school kids are very welcome too.

    Our trips are not the usual group tours. Everything is built around giving kids an opportunity to make friends, have amazing educational experiences and travel at their own pace.

  • As with all of our trips, you’re welcome to join in as much or as little as you like. It’s totally up to you.

    Everything is very flexible. We understand that some people love to be constantly on the go and surrounded by friends, and others need time to themselves and rest days to recharge.

    We just want everyone to have an amazing holiday, feel comfortable and have a memorable experience with their kids.

  • The largest bure can accommodate a maximum of five people. Most can accommodate four. There is one villa that can accommodation larger families.

  • There will be 10 - 15 families on the island

  • The island has a swimming pool, dive shop, gym, day spa and massage bure, low tide golf course, restaurant and bar. Wifi is available free of charge and a laundry service is available.

  • Suva is the closest airport. It’s about a half hour drive from the boat ramp. The boat ride takes about half an hour.

    If you would rather fly to Nadi, that’s not a problem. We’ll organise a private shuttle bus for you from Nadi to Suva, with other families who are also going on the trip.

  • One of our experienced support workers will join us on the trip and will be available to babysit or provide support. We will need to organise this with families individually in advance, to ensure that she can accommodate everyone’s needs.

How much does it cost?

Secure your spot with a deposit of just $300 per person.

The total cost for this trip is $3800 for a bure (traditional villa), plus $799 for adults and $540 for kids aged 11 and under. So the total cost for one adult and one child is $5139, including all food, on-island activities and return airport transfers.

Payment plans are available - you choose the frequency and amount to pay.

What’s included in the ticket price?

Everything is included in the price - you don’t need to spend any extra money if you don’t want to, except on flights.

The ticket price includes accommodation in your own private bure for five nights and return transfers by private shuttle and boat to Suva or Nadi.

It also includes a gourmet meal plan, which consists of a tropical and cooked breakfast, two-course lunch and three-course dinner every day. The chefs are able to cater to any specific dietary requirements.

Activities such as basket weaving and sulu tying with local women are also included, as is equipment such as kayaks, golf clubs, stand up paddle boards, snorkel gear and a sailing catamaran. Other activities include volleyball, table tennis, petanque, croquet, board games and billiards.

There are lots of day trips to choose from if you want to experience more of the area. Options include a rainforest hike, a visit to a local village and market, night snorkelling and a picnic on a small sand island. Prices for these activities range from $5 - $110 per person.

Massages, scuba diving, spa treatments, and fishing charters are also available, but are not included in the ticket price.

Here’s what people are saying

  • We are just rolling back into Adelaide after the most incredible two week trip to Uluru with Bold Gorilla. What an adventure!

    We were travelling just in our swags with temps hitting 0 degrees several nights and whilst we were prepared, Brook and Brenda checked in each day to see if we were warm enough, supplying us with extra blankets for the frostiest of nights.

    We were supplied with devices to help us connect in remote areas if we ran into any trouble and the BG team were always at the back of the convoy, looking out for everyone.

    It was the perfect balance of planned activities versus free time and free play for the kids. Of our own freedom, as well as connection whenever we wanted it.

    All the families on our trip were absolute legends. We met amazing characters in each town, some lovely, some cranky, some hilarious and all making up the colourful chapter that this trip will be in our family's story forevermore.

    Highlights for us were - the cuttlefish, campfires, Uluru, Kata Tjuta, Tom's Mine and the great crew.

    We are absolutely buzzing. Huge thanks to the BG team for creating such a wonderful opportunity for us as a family to be together in this way.

    Lissie T

  • My daughters (9 and 7) and I recently returned from the Uluru convoy.

    The trip far exceeded my expectations on every level - the organisers, the people, the itinerary, the planned activities and the pre trip planning.

    Brooke the business owner picked the most wonderful itinerary and group activities clearly based on her experience as a parent, her love of travel and adventure and the relationships she has built with business owners over the years.

    My girls loved every minute of the convoy and shined each day as they absorbed the beautiful scenery, chatted and played with their new friends and learnt so so many new things.

    The frequency and type of activities that Brooke arranged for the group were perfect including attending a kangaroo sanctuary and touring a live opal mine.

    All activities were optional and you could dip in and out of the group as you wished but always knew you were in the competent and kind hands of Brooke and James which I found incredibly reassuring as a sole parent travelling with two children.

    As a result of this exceptional experience, and Brooke and her team, my girls and I have found a new love for travel and adventure. Thank you so much Bold Gorilla. We are now planning our next trip with you. It was a life changer for us!

    Nicola C

  • I’ve never seen my son be so social! He took a couple of days to come out of his shell, but after that we couldn’t pry him away from his new friends. He is usually too anxious to talk to anyone or make friends. It was great for his confidence and I can’t wait to take him on another trip.

    Juliet F

  • This is our 2nd time travelling with Bold Gorilla. We recently travelled with Bold Gorilla on the Uluru convoy and had the most amazing time.

    We went from swimming with giant cuttlefish, noodling for opals, to seeing the beauty of Uluru all in one big adventure.

    It was so nice to experience the trip as a group and Brook and Brenda went out of their way to ensure we were looked after. Not only did they pack extra camping chairs and mattresses for us upon hearing that our car was full to the brim, Brook also lent us her hot water bottles and other supplies that we hadn't thought to bring.

    Would definitely recommend travelling with Bold Gorilla and can't wait for our next adventure.

    Laura C

  • The Uluru trip offered by Brook and her team exceeded our expectations. Brook and Brenda looked after the group ensuring our need for information and support were provided with a smile and care.

    The trip was well planned. Safety was provided by the support trucks and all families had a communication device.

    Nothing was too much for the team.

    We all enjoyed the group campfires and the opportunity to connect with other families.

    Really recommend these tours - not too much structure but just right for a relaxing journey through remote parts of SA and NT.

    Jacqui H

  • The trip was amazing and everyone made us all feel welcome and helped me out with both my son and his assistance dog when I was struggling with my knee injury.

    Just be aware with injuries it may be a little difficult to get out of barge and back on at the island as had to climb over side. But everyone was willing to help me and our dog off.

    Bel C

  • Thanks for the memories my family & I take away from our experience on the Uluru convoy which has left us feeling so grateful to Brook, Brenda & the team, who were absolutely amazing, they all went above and beyond to do their absolute best to ensure things went as smoothly as possible for everyone, sometimes in trying circumstances beyond their control in a large group....

    I can't recommend dealing with this company highly enough & will most definitely seek to join them on future adventures & will happily recommend them to others.

    Belinda R

  • My family have enjoyed three trips with Bold Gorilla: two within Australia and one overseas. All three were wonderful experiences.

    Bold Gorilla trips strike a great balance between structure and flexibility. Even though you are travelling with the support and companionship of a group you don't have the pressure and stress that is often a part of group travel.

    Jennifer R

  • Amazing experiences organised, I am blown away with the quality of them.

    Louise C

  • The experience with Bold Gorilla was awesome.

    My son and I travelled to Japan with them, my son made some great friends and we had such a good experience. It was so good to have the experience of the tour organiser to guide us on all things Japanese - how to catch PT, where to eat, activities to do etc.

    Have already booked my next two trips with them.

    Note- while you're with a group, it's still very self-directed and free meaning you can make the trip your own, while being in the safety of the group.

    Shashi H

  • Uluru convoy was brilliant. Brooke & James could not have been more helpful. We felt safe & supported & had an awesome time.

    Tracey M

  • This is our second trip to Private Island with Bold Gorilla and it won't be the last :-) Although the trips are unstructured, pesky logistical details were taken care of before I could even think about them myself. Myself and my son had a ball, felt secure and part of a special group of travelers that just click together. I recommend Bold Gorilla to anyone who will listen. Great memories and great learning opportunities for my homeschooler.

    Ivana O