Community Development Expedition in Fiji
Join us in Fiji to empower communities through sustainable living, resource management and environmental technology.
Durations: 1 - 12 weeks
35 hrs of fieldwork per week
1:6 staff to participant ratio
Includes GVI ExperiencesBook with confidence
Travel flexibility, because life happens! Modify your booking, even up to 48 hours before departure. T&Cs apply.
Program information
Travel to the Dawasamu district in Fiji where you’ll work alongside our partners on a diverse range of projects. Based In Silana village, our goal is to empower communities for sustainable living by managing resources and using environmental tech. Participants assist in infrastructure construction and contribute to studies informing local environmental decisions.
Grants available for up to AUD19,000!
Get a GVI Foundation Grant of up to 80% on community development programs. Everyone is invited to apply by 31 Jul.
Book with confidence
Travel flexibility, because life happens! Modify your booking, even up to 48 hours before departure. T&Cs apply.
Included in your program, at no extra cost.
Make the most of our unique programs with these exclusively curated local adventure and wellness experiences.
Offered once a month, expand your adventure with GVI Experiences. These are just some of the activities offered on your program!
Learn to cook iTaukei food
Make a traditional drink from kava root
Learn indigenous plant medicine
Hike to the top of Tova Peak
Fish with iTaukei women
Weave a traditional mat
Visit Vatu-i-Ra Conservation Park
Learn to perform the Meke folk dance
Learn to cook iTaukei food
Make a traditional drink from kava root
Learn indigenous plant medicine
Hike to the top of Tova Peak
Fish with iTaukei women
Weave a traditional mat
Visit Vatu-i-Ra Conservation Park
Learn to perform the Meke folk dance
Connect with our alumni
Want to connect with some of our past participants about their adventures? Get in touch with hundreds of friendly ambassadors all over the world who would be more than happy to answer any questions.
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Join our Virtual Open Day!
Zoom webinar : Tuesday 8 July 2025 18:00 BST | 13:00 EDT
Join our open days to also get the chance to chat with our alumni. Sign up to book your spot now. We have limited availability.
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