Nukubati Partners with National Geographic Pristine Seas to Showcase the Great Sea Reef and Fijian Community Leadership Local ownership, community connections, and dive leadership highlighted in global expedition. Macuata, Vanua Levu, Fiji [18th August 2025]
Nukubati Island Resort is proud to announce its partnership with National Geographic Pristine Seas during their expedition to the Great Sea Reef (Cakaulevu), the world’s third-largest barrier reef system.
The Pristine Seas team, led by renowned explorer and underwater cinematographer Manu San Félix, is in Fiji documenting the health, biodiversity, and importance of Cakaulevu. Nukubati was honoured to host and support the expedition, contributing its deep-rooted community connections, local knowledge, and conservation leadership.
As one of the few locally owned and Fijian-led resorts in Fiji, Nukubati played a key role in facilitating community interviews with traditional leaders and fisher communities, ensuring their voices and stories are at the heart of this global conservation effort. “Our strength has always been in our people and our community networks,” said Jenny Leewai Bourke, owner of Nukubati. “Hosting National Geographic Pristine Seas is not just about showcasing our pristine environment, but also about amplifying Fijian voices, traditional knowledge, and the importance of local stewardship in protecting the Great Sea Reef.”