Aug 28, 2022

Marine Rescue Ambulance Update - August 2022

 Bula vinaka,

Hope this finds you well and in good spirits.


Further to our recent opening of our 600 square meter Emergency Medical Services Medic Centre facility located at level 1. Port Denarau Marina as mentioned over the past weeks please find the latest update on our Marine Rescue Ambulance.


Emergency Medical Services (Fiji) has just received delivery of its new purpose built medevac rescue boat named;  ‘’EMS Marine Rescue’’

 

 

The vessel is an aluminium single hull 7.8 metre boat powered by twin 175 HP 4 stroke Suzuki Outboards engines.

Currently the vessel is at Port Denarau Marina having the engines fitted & undergoing the final stages of the MSAF survey requirements.

Marine Rescue will be based at Port Denarau and operate  24/7

 

The vessel installations include:

 

·         AIS Radar, Satellite phones & internet, GPS tracking, High powered day/night search lights, FLIR Thermal imaging Camera

·         An extensive emergency trauma medical kit - Enclosed Cabin On Board stretcher - room for 3 patients to lay down and be treated

·         The latest digital diagnostic equipment- Portable X-Ray, Ultrasound, ECG, AED, LifePak, Vitals Monitor, Onboard & portable medical oxygen

·         Advanced drugs including inotropes, antiarrhythmics, sedatives and, neuromuscular blockers

·         Musculoskeletal - complete range of immobilisation and spinal equipment

·         Marine surf rescue kit

The boat has it's own trailer that allows the boat to be mobilised to any location site in Fiji for conferences, events and film production sites.

 Marine Rescue’s medical team will consist of EMS’s  doctors, emergency nurses and paramedics. 

Patients will be treated on-site and those requiring emergency treatment or surgery will be stabilised then transferred to the appropriate medical facility. 

Please Call me 222 0909

 

Best regards,

 

 

Graeme Hedge

CEO – Paramedic

Helipro (Fiji) Pte Limited



Jun 24, 2022

Adventure Awaits in Fiji…for Everyone!

 Pristine waters, white sand beaches, and lush rainforests make up a perfect natural wonderland for a plethora of adventure activities. 

Whether your clients are traveling with friends, family, or solo, Fiji is one big playground for all ages and levels of adventure. From culturally immersive experiences to adrenaline-pumping activities and everything in between, there’s adventure to be found for all in Fiji.

From culturally immersive experiences to adrenaline-pumping activities and everything in between, there’s adventure to be found for all in Fiji.

Whether your client prefers soft adventure experiences like jet boating up a river and spending the afternoon with the locals in a traditional Fijian village, jet-skiing around the islands, or snorkeling from dawn to dusk, to the more thrilling adventures like shark diving, surfing Cloudbreak, or white-water rafting (or perhaps a happy a mix of everything!), you’ll be able to make it happen for them in Fiji.

As an island destination, Fiji is of course known for its water-based activities. Take your pick from stand-up paddling and floating on a billibilli to river tubing and kayaking. If your clients are scuba certified, Fiji has incredible world-renowned sites like the Rainbow Reef, Namena Marine Park and the Bligh Waters, however, Fiji is also a dream destination for those looking to get certifited. It’s known as the “Soft Coral Capital of the World” and Fiji’s underwater beauty will be sure to mesmerize divers of all levels.

Divers exploring a coral reef, Yasawa Islands. Fiji’s underwater beauty will be sure to mesmerize divers of all levels.

If land adventure is preferred, try one of Fiji’s many hikes. No matter where you are in Fiji, you can always spot a hill or mountain in the distance just waiting to be explored. Hike through lush rainforests or walk through the highlands for seriously jaw dropping views. For those looking to get off the beaten path, head out on a multi-day hiking excursion with Talanoa Treks who will take you through Fiji’s remote interior. Explore muddy tracks on a 4wD quad bike with Go Dirty Tours or zip through forest canopies with Zipline Fiji. No matter the experience, plan accordingly so that your client can cool off in one of the country’s many majestic waterfalls.

Get to know the locals and experience Fijian customs through cultural-based activities. Visiting a local village is a unique way to learn more about Fiji’s rich culture and further engage with its warm people. Engage in a traditional kava ceremony and indulge in an authentic lovo dinner. From mild to wild, Fiji promises to thrill!

Visiting a local village is a unique way to learn more about Fiji’s rich culture and further engage with its warm people.

If you’re looking to strengthen your Fiji knowledge so that you can better sell Fiji to your clients, Tourism Fiji recently launched a brand new Matai Specialist Program. The new program is more user-friendly with upgrades including a three-tiered interactive course (Bronze, Silver & Gold), a Knowledge Center to ask (or answer) your Fiji planning questions, and a Resource Center that has useful printables to include in your client documents. To register and learn more go to: https://specialist.fiji.travel/.

For general travel information about Fiji please visit: https://www.fiji.travel/

Tourism Fiji is the Fijian government’s tourism marketing arm and is responsible for promoting Fiji as a visitor destination around the world. The tourism industry contributes significantly to Fiji’s economy as the country’s largest foreign exchange earner. Located in the heart of the South Pacific, Fiji is comprised of 333 tropical islands due north of New Zealand and east of Australia. While known for its luxurious private islands, all-inclusive resorts, pristine environments, culinary delights, and outdoor adventures, Fiji is most widely celebrated for its culture and unique “Bula” spirit. Fiji is easily accessible through direct 10-hour flights from Los Angeles and San Francisco or 6 hours from Honolulu via Fiji Airways.

https://www.adventuretravelnews.com/adventure-awaits-in-fiji-for-everyone

May 27, 2014

Fiji Airways and Matava Resort Join to Promote the Newly Branded Fiji Link

To celebrate the re-branding of Pacific Sun to Fiji Link, Fiji Airways is giving everyone the chance to win a fantastic prize:
Win a return trip for two to Kadavu Island staying at Matava, Fiji’s Premier Eco Adventure Resort.
Prize includes domestic flights, 2 nights Resort accommodation in an Oceanview Bure, all meals and return Kadavu Island Airport – Resort boat transfers.

To Enter, simply visit the Fiji Airways  Promotion Page

 

 

Jul 9, 2013

Matava, Fiji's Premier Eco-Adventure Resort Posts & News Updates Vunisea, Kadavu

Matava, Fiji's Premier Eco-Adventure Resort Posts & News Updates Vunisea, Kadavu

"Indulge your spirit of adventure and relish an exclusive and unique slice of nature. Ease your cares away as your gaze falls across turquoise lagoons and pristine barrier reef.

Comfortably nestled in the tropical rainforest, marvel at the panoramic view as you sink deeper into the lounger on your private sun deck."

'via Blog this'

Jan 7, 2013

Island Beauty - TripAdvisor

 "We just took the family to Matava for the Christmas and New Years Vacation. The restort is beautiful, the rooms we spacious and clean. The staff could not have been friendlier or more accommodating. The food was very good and the kitchen went out of it's way ti try and meet special dietary requests.Plenty of activities to keep everyone occupied"

Island Beauty - Review of Matava - Fiji's Premier Eco Adventure Resort, Kadavu Island, Fiji - TripAdvisor

Dec 3, 2012

Simply paradise! - Review of Matava, Fiji - TripAdvisor

Simply paradise! - Review of Matava - Fiji's Premier Eco Adventure Resort, Kadavu Island, Fiji - TripAdvisor

"I recently stayed at Matava with my boyfriend and it was heavenly! We disconnected from the world and enjoyed the game fishing (We caught 3 huge tuna thanks to Joe the amazing guide and captain), ocean kayaking, hiking, and stunning food (Sammy, the gardener, is a genius). Go to Matava to reconnect with yourself and your significant other!"

Simply paradise! - Review of Matava - Fiji's Premier Eco Adventure Resort, Kadavu Island, Fiji - TripAdvisor

Oct 2, 2012

Kadavu Iguana

One of our Matava members of staff saw a local villager wandering by with a couple of Kadavu Iguanas and persuaded him to part with them. We were delighted to release them and snap off a few pics before they disappeared into the foliage...


 

These Iguanas are so well camoflaged, they can literally disappear right in front of your eyes....


Jul 25, 2012

Fun week at Matava - Review of Matava - Fiji's Premier Eco Adventure Resort, Kadavu Island, Fiji - TripAdvisor

We really enjoyed out time at Matava Resort. This was our first visit to Fiji and it was beautiful. 
The staff was warm, friendly and always made sure we had everything we needed. All we had to do was mention that we wanted to visit the village or go see the fruit bats on the other island and they said "Let's go". They really made the trip fun in between dives. The food was excellent and plentiful. 
The weather was unusually cool and water rough while we were there but the dive staff tried to find the best dive site with the least current or least swells. Underneath was clear and we never encountered any current. 
The diving was beautiful. The weather got better as the week went on and we really enjoyed our week. Our room was beautiful and very clean with a beautiful view. They have lights in each bure for night and they give you solar powered lights to take back with you each night so you can find your way to your room. 
We were comfortable without air conditioning and they have mosquito netting for the bed(although we did not see many mosquitoes) You can get wet on the boat ride to the resort from the airport if it is raining but they are careful to keep the luggage dry. Once you get to the resort, if it is low tide you have to walk to the dock in ankle deep water and mud so wear shorts and sandals you can take off. 
The staff was fun and village kids came one night and showed us traditional Fijian dances. They were great. It was a very relaxing and fun week.

Fun week at Matava - Review of Matava - Fiji's Premier Eco Adventure Resort, Kadavu Island, Fiji - TripAdvisor

Jul 6, 2012

Fiji fun - Review of Matava - TripAdvisor

Fiji fun”
5 of 5 starsReviewed July 3, 2012 NEW
This was our first trip to Fiji. Unfortunately, the weather was not in our favor and it rained every day or night. The water's surface was rather daunting outside of the reef because of the unusually high swells and current, the mantas never showed up on Manta Reef and there were surprisingly fewer fish than we expected. But those are all things that are not controllable. 
The dive staff was terrific and did their best to make not good conditions into a great experieince nevertheless. Our gear was always ready, the boat crew was always helpful and the dive masters always kept track of where all the divers were.
We stayed in Two Tree Bure...47 steps up into the forest and worth every bit of the climb! The room was spacious and the view was spectacular. It was so private that we did not need to close the drapes at night.
The entire resort staff was incredible. Every person knew all of our names ( there were 9 of us)from the first hour we arrived.
Breakfast (made to order)and lunch were delicious. The soups were amazing ! However,not being a beef eater, I did get a little tired of chicken four nights in a row. 
Our trip to the waterfall with Athan was a day to remember, since one of my friends and I made it all the way to the second fall, swam in it's pool, climbed the rocks next to it and bonzai-jumped into the water from there. Without his attentive care and help it never would have happened. 
From the moment we landed til the moment we departed,we were given exceptional care and attention.
Stayed July 2012, traveled with friends