Sawa‑i‑Lau Caves

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Sawa-i-Lau Caves
Limestone ceiling inside the Sawa-i-Lau Caves, Fiji.jpg
Limestone rock formations inside the Sawa-i-Lau Caves, Fiji
LocationSawa-i-Lau Island, Yasawa Islands, Flag of Fiji.svg Fiji
Coordinates 16°51′18″S177°26′53″E / 16.8550°S 177.4480°E / -16.8550; 177.4480
Geology Limestone
Entrances2

The Sawa-i-Lau Caves are a limestone cave system located on Sawa-i-Lau Island in the northern Yasawa Islands of Fiji. [1] Formed by natural erosion, the caves are partially submerged and contain clear, turquoise seawater. The main chamber features a dome-shaped ceiling that rises approximately 15 meters (49 feet) above the water surface and is illuminated by a natural opening in the roof. [2] [3] Access to this chamber is by swimming through a narrow entrance. A second interior chamber, located beyond an underwater passage, [4] [5] measures approximately 20 meters (66 feet) in length and has a lower ceiling. [2]

References

  1. ↑ Nasiko, Repeka (2015-09-30). "Limestone caves receive accolades from tourists". The Fiji Times. Retrieved 2025-07-26.
  2. 1 2 "Caves of Fiji: Sawa-i-Lau Caves". Show Caves of the World. Retrieved 2025-07-26.
  3. ↑ "Sawa-i-Lau Cave | Yasawa Group, Fiji | Attractions". Lonely Planet. Retrieved 2025-07-26.
  4. ↑ John (2025-07-21). "The only Fijian islands where underwater caves hide ancient secrets & manta rays swim guaranteed". World Day. Retrieved 2025-07-26.
  5. ↑ "Sawa-i-Lau Caves: How to find the world's most beautiful secret lagoon". www.stuff.co.nz. Retrieved 2025-07-26.
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