You can rent a car in Fiji right at the Nadi airport. But note that you can drive only within the island of Viti Levu. Only on it, and also on Vanua Levu in Fiji there are automobile roads. Therefore, there are very few cars here. On the other islands of the archipelago there are no roads at all, as there are no cars. Prices for car rental in Fiji can be found out on the website of international companies that provide rentals at the airport. Be prepared for the fact that you will be asked to pay the entire rental period in advance.
To rent a car in Fiji, you will need an international driver's license. You must have at least one year of driving experience and be at least 21 years old. In addition, you can rent a boat in Fiji, which is much more convenient if you do not plan to limit your trip to one Viti Levu.
The speed limit in Fiji is 50 km/h in cities and 80 km/h on highways.
Fiji traffic rules:
- Driving in the archipelago is left-handed. You can only overtake on the right side.
- The headlights must be turned on in the evening, at night and in case of fog.
- In a car, everyone must use seat belts.
- Children may only be transported in car seats.
- Car seats must be worn.
- While driving it is forbidden to talk on a cell phone, as well as drinking and eating.
- The driver's blood alcohol level must not exceed 0.5‰.
The traffic fines in Fiji are not too eagerly collected, local drivers do not drive carefully. But it's still worth being prepared to meet a policeman.
There are no toll roads in Fiji, and not many toll roads. Paid parking is marked with appropriate signs. The cost of a liter of gasoline in Fiji is about 1.2 USD. Before traveling, it is worth checking the current price of gasoline in Fiji.
