Islands in Western Division, Fiji
Internet in Yasawa Islands: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Yasawa Islands?
Wifi is rare, slow or paid; mobile coverage is patchy and often only near the sea. Download maps before leaving Nadi.
Getting online in Yasawa Islands
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Cafés and coworking | Wifi is rare, slow or paid; mobile coverage is patchy and often only near the sea. Download maps before leaving Nadi. |
| Outages | Power runs on generators or solar, often only a few hours a day |
| Tourist SIM | Vodafone and Digicel sell tourist SIMs at Nadi airport and in towns; bring your passport for registration. Coverage is patchy on outer islands. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | Vodafone Fiji, Digicel Fiji |
| Monthly data plan | FJ$20–45 ($9–20) |
Coworking in Yasawa Islands
There's no dedicated coworking scene here; people work from cafés and accommodation.
Internet speeds in Oceania
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
| Country | Fixed | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | 215 Mbps | 145 Mbps |
| Australia | 174 Mbps | 121 Mbps |
| Papua New Guinea | 68 Mbps | — |
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Yasawa Islands?
Wifi is rare, slow or paid; mobile coverage is patchy and often only near the sea. Download maps before leaving Nadi.
Which SIM card should I get in Yasawa Islands?
Vodafone and Digicel sell tourist SIMs at Nadi airport and in towns; bring your passport for registration. Coverage is patchy on outer islands.
Can I use an eSIM in Fiji?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: Fiji
- Vodafone Fiji
- Digicel Fiji
- Yasawa Flyer (Yasawa Adventures)
- Tourism Fiji
- Fiji Airways
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.