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"Best snorkeling right off hotel beach. Beautiful accommodations, excellent food, excellent service. We used this resort to recharge and get a bit of luxury between more backpacker lodging. The dive shop was also great. "

"the ocean and coral reef right next to the resort were amazing!"

"Loved the location and daily Yoga. The food was amazing and all the staff do a fabulous job. "

"High quality of food, service and private location. "

"What a lovely lovely family! Bill and Paula looked after us beautifully, and their children and extended family really made us feel so welcome. The property is very typical for these very friendly islanders who live in basic open room huts/shacks with outside basic facilities. The solar power only came in about three months ago! If you are looking for creature comforts, you're looking in the wrong place, but if you want an authentic relationship and village stay, you're on the money with these guys! There is no shop, and no motorised or wheeled transport to be seen - you walk on a narrow track or along the beach, or get in a boat to go anywhere! We *loved* the private shark swim (bring snorkel and mask if you have them), a hike up the island, and doing alot of lying around, or swimming at a nearby beach. We also spent quite a bit of time just playing/hanging around with the local kids who wander past the open hut back and forth all day. The food is abundant (and you can always ask for more if you want) and very carb heavy (if you care about that). Bill and Paula (and the rest of the islanders) grow most of their own food - so expect plenty of fresh eggs, papaya, coconut, spinach, breadfruit and other local produce - a bit of chicken and fish. They really only bring in flour, rice and pasta from the mainland (oh - and peanut butter, vegemite and jam for us westerners!). Coffee and regular tea always available - the water doesn't taste great on it's own, so maybe bring cordial or herbal tea to drink. Paula's coconut milk scones are absolutely delicious! Bill showed us how to cut and serve a coconut, including making your own reed straw, and yes, we got to meet the village chief and share some kava. Village etiquette: no hats in the village, and modest dress (long skirt/sarong and shoulders covered) please. If you can join in with a church service or village event, take the opportunity - you won't regret it! Such awesome singing! If you can bring some school supplies or other sustainable gifts for the children, they would be well appreciated!"

"Very warm welcome off the boat from Bill and Paula, our hosts. The accommodation was not as expected or as described on the website. This was a surprise and a disapointment. Very basic accommodation and facilities shared with the extended family. The homestay was situated on a hill with an uneven, steep path to it. The view from the deck, where food was served, was magnificent, overlooking the bay and the nearby Waya island. The beach near the village was disappointing, as there was much rubbish on it. Other nearby beaches were much, much cleaner and lovely to swim in. The village was in three parts along the coast. We had a warm welcome from many villagers, and learnt much about traditional Fijian village life. We appreciated this, and it included kava ceremony with the chief, visit to the kindygarten and the church. The singing was lovely. The boat that transports you to the island and that is used for activities is small, and difficult if you are nervous and get sea sick. After the initial shock we enjoyed our 12 days there. The cuisine is traditional Fijian - cassava, yam, plantain, fish, chicken, fruit etc cooked over a 3 stone fire. And very plentiful, and catered for vegetarians as well. If you are looking for a resort holiday, then this is not the place to come, but if you want to immerse yourself in traditional island life, this is it!"

"The resort was so wonderful in every way. The Fijian people made it so beautiful. They couldn’t do enough to make you happy! It’s was excellent away from all the hustle and bustle very peaceful."

"Staying at Barefoot Manta was the highlight of our trip to Fiji. Absolute beachfront accommodation, amazing snorkelling and very friendly staff."

"One of the best places we have stayed in our lives. A wonderful place for our honeymoon, with super friendly staff that were a joy to know. Facilities were excellent, food was fabulous, with plenty of activities when we wanted to be busy and plenty of opportunities and gorgeous locations to just chill out completely. Fantastic snorkelling and diving, lots of Fijian music and singing and picture perfect beaches and gardens. A quiet paradise to unwind and enjoy Fijian hospitality at its best. "