Daku Resort

Returning to Daku is like going back to a family home. From arriving at the airport, eating dinner and having a massage the welcome was fantastic. Although I went with the premise of another of Daku’s courses - the excellent Mark Wallers acrylic painting workshop - it has been an old round perfect blend of a holiday. Walking early through the bush with pink bananas and snorkelling some amazing reefs were all included. I couldn’t recommend highly enough and will certainly be back!

Loved my stay at Daku Resort! I spent two weeks there. My first week was a meditation retreat with Susie Spinks (wonderful). I can’t say enough about what a wonderful time I had. If you are looking for a fancy, dress up style resort; you may be disappointed. However, if you are looking for a fabulous location, genuine warmth, hospitality, great service, and amazing food; this is your place!! Everyone is more than willing to help make your stay enjoyable. The views are breathtaking. Town is a short walk away. Right across the street from Daku is wonderful snorkeling and swimming. Snorkeling gear is provided,along with kayaks, at no additional cost. All in all, this is a fun place to be, and I look forward to going back next year!

Everything about Daku was a delight, from the well-appointed room, to the beautiful setting, friendly staff, terrific service and delicious food. Warm, friendly and down to earth, every day felt more magical than the last. It’s close to town and there are so many excursions to go on on the island, snorkelling and a waterfall swim bring particular favourites. I stayed for just under a week and wished it could have been longer - there’s nowhere else I’d rather stay now that I’ve been to Daku and I’m sure I’ll be back!

The resort and staff are delightful. There was a small plunge pool right on our deck and we had a kitchen too. It is a short walk to town where you can visit the shops and the large outdoor market. We bought fresh fish and vegetables and cooked a delightful meal. The resort has wonderful meals as well, even 4 course dinners. There are also kayaks to use, we kayaked to town one day; such fun! Snorkeling right off the beach in front of the resort was super as well as snorkeling around Split rock which is just down the road a short way.

The staff were so friendly, patient, and accommodating. Got a lot of use out of the plunge pools. Peggy, Joe, and Saki were always available to answer a question, hack open a fresh coconut or mix up a tasty cocktail. JJ’s stories provided for fantastic dinner entertainment. Daku and staff made our Goddess retreat truly magical!!!

I have just returned from a beautiful one week "travel sketch tour" at Daku resort in Savu Savu. My trip started "on a high" when I was collected from the airport by one of the staff and greeted by Delia on arrival. I was allocated Bure 1 - next to the main area of the resort - large enough to hold 4 people ( but I had it to myself ) . The bed was decorated with " Bula" and frangipanis - my balcony looked across the lawns of the resort and the water - I spent many lovely moments sitting there admiring the view. During the week we were treated to 3 Kava ceremonies - on arrival , at a local village (with a breath taking display of music and dance) and a farewell. The resort organized a display of basket weaving and the process of obtaining coconut milk - (from the opening of the coconut to the end of the process.) The staff at the resort were delightful - at all times, welcoming attentive and warm - Joe became our guide for trips outside the resort almost every day. My package included 3 meals a day - the food was outstanding - JJ and Delia have secured a local lad - a very talented chef! My last 2 days there included a trip to a waterfall and lounging by the beautiful pool - and Delia and JJ joined us for last delicious dinner. An incredible " ceviche ". I have no hesitation in highly recommending this resort and its staff. I hope to return again soon.