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Matangi Private Island Resort
Matangi Island, Fiji · Independent · High Luxury
Matangi is a 240-acre horseshoe-shaped private island in Fiji's northern Taveuni region that has been in the Douglas family since 1878, when Frederick Douglas arrived to trade sandalwood and cotton and married a Fijian princess. Five generations later, the family opened Matangi Private Island Resort in 1986 as an adults-only retreat of about 12 bures, including treehouse accommodations.
- 12 rooms
- Opened 1986
About Matangi Private Island Resort
- Frederick Douglas arrived in 1878 to trade sandalwood and cotton and married a Fijian princess; five generations later the family still owns the former coconut plantation.
- The family opened Matangi Private Island Resort in 1986, transforming the plantation into an intimate, adults-only retreat of beachfront bures and treehouse accommodations set amid rainforest and reef.
History
Matangi is a 240-acre horseshoe-shaped private island in Fiji's northern Taveuni region, a former coconut plantation that has been in the Douglas family since 1878, when Frederick Douglas arrived to trade in sandalwood and cotton and married a Fijian princess. Five generations later, the family still owns and cares for the island.
The family opened Matangi Private Island Resort in 1986, transforming the plantation into an intimate, adults-only retreat of beachfront bures and treehouse accommodations set amid rainforest and reef.
Experiences
- Kayaking and hiking around the island — Romantic adventures for couples including kayaking and hiking around the island.
- Private picnic at Horseshoe Bay — Private picnic in the bay of turquoise waters and private beaches.
- Private candlelit dinner — Private candlelit dinner for couples.
- Couple's spa experience — A couple's spa experience offered on the island.
Amenities
- Spa
- Pool
- Private beach
- Water sports
- Pet-friendly
- Adults-only
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