Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort Fiji

Our recent stay at Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort was truly exceptional. With only 25 bures, the resort maintains an outstanding staff to guest ratio, ensuring personal, attentive service from start to finish. We were even serenaded upon arrival and departure. As an eco-friendly resort, they actively protect the surrounding marine environment and have two full-time marine biologists on site who lead snorkeling excursions and mangrove planting, a unique and inspiring feature we really appreciated. The resort itself is beautifully maintained and clean, thoughtfully designed facilities. Daily housekeeping, turn-down service, and daily laundry service are included, adding to the sense of comfort and care. The dining experience here is another highlight. The food is consistently excellent, fresh, beautifully presented, and often comparable to Michelin style cuisine, with a new menu offered each day that highlights local ingredients and international flavors. And for coffee lovers, you won’t be disappointed, the espresso drinks here are top-notch and consistently well made. Activities are abundant and thoughtfully planned, with many complimentary options like snorkeling, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, catamaran sailing, and guided nature walks. The resort also offers on-site PADI certification and dive excursions to some of Fiji’s best reefs. For families, the bula kids’ program and wonderful nannies and buddies create an environment where children are engaged and cared for, while adults can relax. Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort masterfully combines luxury and authentic Fijian hospitality in a warm, family friendly atmosphere. It’s a place where you feel truly looked after, and we left already dreaming of our return. Highly recommended…a very special experience in every way.

Our vacation to Fiji and staying at the JMC resort was the best vacation we have ever taken. The people of Fiji are the kindest and most welcoming people I have ever encountered all over the world. They are truly the best people! My husband and I had a weeklong getaway, and we chose to stay at JMC mainly for its proximity to the soft corals of Fiji and Namena Reserve for diving. We had an unusual week of winter weather-- strong winds that prevented us from diving out at the reserve park. Initially, one would be disappointed, but we were surrounded by such loveliness and beauty in the reefs nearby the resort and in the people working at the resort and in the village people of Savusavu. The staff is led by example by the best director-- Kitty. She is outstanding in every way. She will meet your needs one way or another to make your stay the best possible. And she does this lovingly. We also loved Virginia!! We did not bring any small children to the resort, but we watched in amazement how each child willingly and happily took to their "nanny". Kids know when they are being loved and cared for and we witnessed many encounters of happy kids with their nanny/buddy. Special shoutout to Asa who seemed to have just as much fun with the kids and they had with him! We absolutely loved all the waitstaff -- I can't remember everyone's names but special shoutout to Jovi and Elijah for the cappuccinos and virgin pineapple caparinas. A big thank you to Camari and Elisha (with a sweet giggle), Sala, Rosi ahhh and I can't remember the rest. Y'all made our meals so pleasant. Thank you to the cooks/chefs who created masterpieces for every meal using fresh produce grown right at the resort! Special thanks to the dive shop who made this whole vacation what we wanted it to be! Thanks to Aggie for all her communication before we even arrived. Thanks to Thomas and Sir Danny and Shark Bait (Shaq) and Kava and Vittorio and especially to Leo who was our dive buddy the entire time! He led us to wonderful creatures and sites and showed us his incredible "office". We will never forget the memories we made here. We can't forget to thank the housekeepers who kept our bure spotless and our laundry done even though we never laid eyes on them! They seemed to know when we were out--- We loved all the traditions and rituals performed by the staff ---whether it was the torch lighting, or the kava sharing by the wonderful Bula Band Boys or the outstanding singing and dancing performances by the people of Savusavu. Everything was wonderful!! Don't hesitate to come -- you will not regret it!

We just returned from an unforgettable 7-night stay at the Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort in Fiji, traveling with our young children and a couple of other families. Simply put, it exceeded every expectation. * Getting There: The journey was smoother than expected. After landing in Nadi, we hopped on a quick Fiji Link flight to Savusavu—make sure you book to Savusavu, not a similarly named destination like I mistakenly did at first! From there, the resort handled everything seamlessly. * Warmest Welcome: Upon arrival, we were greeted with a joyful, music-filled welcome by the staff that immediately made us feel like family. Check-in was fast and easy, setting the tone for the rest of the week. * The Kids’ Bula Club – Truly Exceptional: This was a major highlight. The "buddies" assigned to our children—Leo, Savi, Liam, Julia, and Vito—were all phenomenal. They not only entertained our kids with endless activities, but also helped with meals and even took them on excursions like shoreline fishing and snorkeling. The club itself is thoughtfully designed with multiple pools (including a slide the kids loved), a dining area, sports courts, and shaded spaces for parents to relax. They even applied sunscreen and insect repellent regularly and taught the kids to count in Fijian. It was safe, enriching, and a ton of fun. * Daily Activities for All Ages: The resort offers a packed schedule of adventures—snorkeling, waterfall hikes, crafts, village visits, and more. You can do as much or as little as you want, but there’s always something worth doing. The Food – A Culinary Surprise: Every meal is served in the same open-air restaurant, and somehow, we never got bored. The menu variety and quality were incredible. Each meal felt like a treat and was a definite highlight of the trip. Diving & Water Activities: The on-site dive shop made it easy to get certified or do a refresher (which I did), and getting out on the water was effortless. Mika and Sefa from the activities team were outstanding—always cheerful, helpful, and ready to take us sailing, snorkeling, or kayaking. A special shoutout to Johnny, who led our snorkeling excursion and used an Etch-a-Sketch underwater to teach us about the marine life. His knowledge and passion were amazing. * Accommodations: The bures are spacious and well-maintained, with plenty of green space around for kids to run and play. Hammocks and shaded lounging spots are scattered throughout, making it easy to unwind. * Thoughtful Service: Communication with the front desk via WhatsApp made everything easy—whether we needed housekeeping, early turndown, or just a quick question answered. The GM, Euan, was friendly and accessible, bringing a calm and welcoming presence throughout our stay. * Final Thoughts: Honestly, I could go on and on. If you're a family looking to unplug, reconnect, and enjoy nature—both on land and in the water—this is the place. The genuine warmth of the staff, the wealth of activities, and the focus o