International Veterinary Seminars – Fiji Multi-sport Adventure

This exciting International Veterinary Seminars course takes place in the secluded Fiji Island Paradise of Beqa (pronounced “Benga”). NOTE: Our Fiji IVS/Bio Bio trip price includes roundtrip airfare from Los Angeles.

Surrounded by one of the world’s largest and most spectacular barrier reefs, Beqa is rich and untouched. Beqa lagoon is actually an extinct volcano crater, and the 40-mile ring reef has formed on the lip of the old crater. It is home to one of the greatest displays of soft corals and sea fans in the world. Fiji is often called the “Soft Coral Capital of the World”.

Diving these calm protected waters is like exploring another world. The water is clear and warm, visibility is often over 100 feet, currents are generally mild, and the water temperature stays near a fairly constant 80 degrees.

The excellent dive staff at Beqa Lagoon Resort will help you discover the incredible marine life that abounds in these waters – fantastic coral and invertebrates, Blue Ribbon Eels, Clown Triggers, Lion Fish, Leaf Scorpions, Reef Sharks and millions of colorful Anthias and Fusiliers.

Behind the Beqa Lagoon resort the land slopes gently upward into a tropical forest. Nearby are beautiful fresh water streams and waterfalls. Tropical flowers bloom everywhere, and the tables at the resort are always filled with fresh cuttings.

Dive pristine reefs to discover rich marine life and beautiful coral gardens. Enjoy fun-filled days snorkeling, swimming or kayaking the warm waters of the blue lagoon. Hike to beautiful waterfalls, or spend an exciting afternoon deep sea fishing. Beqa is also a bird watching haven with the largest varieties of birds in Fiji. You can end the day relaxing in a hammock overlooking the sea or by lounging in the infinity pool.

Warwick Fiji:
On the seventh day of your trip, you will have the morning and lunch at Beqa Lagoon Resort. If you are a diver you will enjoy your fourth day of diving this morning. After lunch, the group will go by boat back to Pacific Harbour. Pacific Harbour offers adventurous activities and a change of scenery for the group. You will check into your Deluxe rooms at Warwick Fiji, where you will stay the final three nights of your trip along the Coral Coast. Dinner will be included this evening. There are swimming pools, kayaking, tennis courts, bike tours, a gym, spa services, snorkeling, and diving opportunities from the property. If this is not enough, we are offering two amazing experiences for the group! Please sign up in advance with Bio Bio Expeditions.

Optional Activities:
ZIP FIJI, PACIFIC HARBOUR
In the heart of the tropical rainforest, just 25 minutes from Pacific Harbour Fiji’s ‘Adventure Capital’, lies ZIP FIJI’s private eco-reserve – a biological paradise! The highly-trained guides will help you use special equipment and teach techniques to experience this amazing wilderness from a unique perspective.

Feel the rush of adrenaline as you WHOOSH over eight giant zip lines high above the forest floor and the Wainadoi River valley. Enjoy a classic ‘canopy tour’ with stunning views and thrilling rides while you experience our distinctive flora and fauna and local culture. You’ll be in the air for nearly 2km, before landing on the ground back at the Bure, and the end of your adventure. Each platform has a unique Fijian name inspired by the breath-taking view – ask the personnel to tell you what they mean!
$115.00/person Includes R/T transfers, lunch and Zipline Tour

RIVERS FIJI, UPPER NAVUA RIVER RAFTING DAY TRIP
In the remote highlands of Viti Levu lies one of the most unique river trips on Earth. Slicing a deep chasm through the island’s tropical interior, the Upper Navua River is our hidden pathway to a pristine tropical wilderness. Shrouded in lush rain forest, fed by countless waterfalls and protected by challenging rapids, the Upper Navua River is Fiji rafting at its best.

Rivers Fiji is proud to introduce you to the Upper Navua Gorge. Your exploration of this amazing river is perhaps one of the most unique journeys in all of Fiji, if not the South Pacific and the World. This excursion will take you through some of the country’s most formidable and phenomenally beautiful terrain in the relative comfort of inflatable rafts.

This is a special trip not because of one unparalleled attribute upon which the success of the trip is based, but many special and scenically significant places; each individually worthy of special recognition. There is not one waterfall but many (some say at least seventy); not one short stretch of deep, narrow canyon, but kilometers. This is a place where black volcanic walls are at points barely five meters apart and over forty meters high and fringed by emerald rainforest. This is a place where man has been merely an intermittent visitor at best, where some of the wildest and most beautiful Fiji can still be found. (Class II-III)
$275.00/person Includes R/T transfers, snacks, lunch, equipment, and Rafting Tour

CE Information: 

18 CE Hours: $795

Dr. John Berg will present 18 CE hours on “surgery for the general practitioner”. John is one of our most popular speakers as he uses a variety of videos to assist his practical presentations. Along with a wonderful vacation, you are sure to go home with some very practical surgical tips!

Clinical problems to be discussed will include:
-Cats with string foreign bodies
-The stridorous dog
-English Bulldogs
-The pale Golden
-The parturient bitch
-The bloated Lab

Specific topics to be covered include:
-Differentials for upper airway obstruction
-Sedation protocols for laryngeal / pharyngeal examination
-Diagnosis and correction of stenotic nares and elongated soft palate
-Feeding tube placement
-Surgery for linear foreign bodies
-Surgery for intestinal obstructions
-Stabilization and surgery for GDV
-Surgery for diaphragmatic hernias
-Bladder surgery made easy
-Splenectomy and liver lobectomy
-C-section surgical techniques

Seminar registration: 18 CE hours: $795.00 – not included in the package price

RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES

SCUBA Diving – Dive pristine reefs to discover rich marine life and beautiful coral gardens. Enjoy fun-filled days snorkeling, swimming or kayaking the warm waters of the blue lagoon. Hike to beautiful waterfalls, or spend an exciting afternoon deep sea fishing. Beqa is also a Bird Watching haven with the largest varieties of birds in Fiji. End a perfect day relaxing in a hammock overlooking the sea or by lounging by in the infinity pool.

Snorkeling – One of Beqa’s features is that coral reef heads thrive just a few feet from the beach. Even if you do not dive, you will be able to see many wonders of Beqa Lagoon, such as clown fish, lion fish, lobsters, live corals and amazing marine life. Just grab a mask & snorkel, step out from the beach and you’re away. A secluded island picnic is another way to spend your time a resort boat can be arranged to take you to a nearby deserted island where you can snorkel and sunbathe.

Kayaking – Single or double kayaks are available to explore the neighboring islands and beautiful beaches of Beqa Island.

Excellent deep sea fishing also available

Island hopping is another option – we’ll provide you with a boat and driver, and you are the only one who chooses the direction!

An island picnic is another way to spend your time – our boat will take you to a tiny island, where you can snorkel and beachcomb…

Hiking – hike to a waterfall …visit the local villages… or see the WWII American gun site.

Play volleyball, horseshoes or croquet…

Bird watching – Beqa has one of the greatest varieties of species in Fiji

The Lali Resort Spa – Fantastic staff with wonderful massage and spa treatments! Spa Menu available upon request.

Paddle Boarding – Explore the neighboring islands and beautiful beaches of Beqa Island by Stand Up Paddle Board!

Other activities include cultural visits to the local villages.

BEQA LAGOON RESORT

Voted Top Diving Resort in the World!

Rodales Scuba Diving Magazine – 2002

This beautiful and intimate resort features 25 deluxe, private air-conditioned villas (called bures) spread out beneath the lush tropical landscape. Each of these generously sized mini-suites are beautifully appointed with traditional island décor.

Twelve stunning beachfront bures* grace the shoreline, each with their own private courtyard, large sundeck and cool plunge pool. One of the beachfront bures is designated as our honeymoon bure featuring premium ocean view, upgraded contemporary interior and even a romantic outdoor shower.

Some of the charming bures surround our koi pond and 3 very private bures are tucked away in the garden.

For families or groups, there are 4 comfortable and spacious two-bedroom bures. Each of these are about 1,000 square feet with 2 private bedrooms and a large living and dining room area. Enjoy ocean views from your private patio or balcony!

Warwick Fiji
Pacific Harbour offers adventurous activities and a change of scenery for the group. You will check into your Deluxe rooms at Warwick Fiji. There are swimming pools, kayaking, tennis courts, bike tours, a gym, spa services, snorkeling, and diving opportunities from the property. If this is not enough, we are offering two amazing experiences for the group! Please sign up in advance with Bio Bio Expeditions.