A NEWLY established inland tracking operator in the heart of Nadarivatu is offering guests a new Fijian experience.

Talanoa Treks has partnered with thee village communities from Nadarivatu, Nadroga and Navosa to offer guests three to five days of trekking experience through the mountainous terrains starting from Nadarivatu’s Stonebowl Lodge.

Managed by Walks and Trails Fiji Ltd, the new company is a new addition at the Fijian Tourism Expo.

Company director Manita Manley said the firm offered a new experience that moved away from the traditional attraction of the sun, sand and surf concept.

“The most important aspect about all of this is that we open a new type of market that focuses on those that love to trek through the mountains and hilly areas of a particular place,” she said.

“We offer the authentic traditional Fijian experience where the communities that our guests are based in are not asked to do a song and dance but go about their usual daily chores and involve our guests in these activities.”

Talanoa Treks managing director Matthew Cooper said during the expo, the company received positive responses from international buyers.

“We’ve spoken to some from Europe, Germany in particular, and they have shown a keen interest in what we have to offer,” he said.

“What people sometimes need to understand is that there is a whole other dynamic that exists in Fiji and that is its mountains and hillsides that offer some breathtaking views.

“Some visitors love that more than the traditional sceneries that are offered elsewhere.”