Fiji has long been a hub for superyachts in the South Pacific. It’s easy to see why this archipelago with pristine blue waters gently cradling lush, verdant islands, some un-inhabited, with soaring palm trees is so enticing. The year-round tropical weather and the world’s 4th largest coral reef makes for incredible diving and snorkeling experiences. The waters here team with rays and turtles and exquisitely colored sea life. Seasonal visits by whales are also part of the incredible appeal of Fijian waters. Surfing and game-fishing are popular experiences here, too.
It’s no wonder that this natural paradise and its welcoming inhabitants attracted the attention of Australian Lang Walker, an avid diver, sailor, and surfer. Lang reminisced about the Fijian vacations of his youth and long had envisioned creating an exclusive resort here. As an exceptionally successful property developer, not to mention superyacht owner, he certainly had the background and wherewithal, and most especially the passion.
And so, at the edge of Fiji’s Kadavu Island group, just a 45-minute seaplane flight from Nadi International, a decades-long dream of Walker and his family has been realized. Named after Walker’s beloved superyacht, Kokomo Private Island Fiji beckons guests to indulge in this haven of tranquility and carefree beauty. Natural social distancing and privacy are in abundance here. The 21 villas and 5 residences sparingly dot the island’s two longest white sand beaches. Each standalone accommodation has its own infinity pool, deck, and private tropical garden. This makes Kokomo as ideal for an intimate couple’s getaway as it is for a multi-generational family reunion in an ideal, self-contained playground. The entire island’s 140 acres is even available for a complete buyout to make it your very own for a small wedding of up to 30 guests or a group of friends to enjoy.
The magic begins with a typical Fijian welcome in song. The attentive staff bids guests Bula! or Welcome! to wide, open-spaced accommodations on this ultimate island retreat. Soft neutrals abound here in the bright and airy interiors designed to cosset guests without detracting from the natural beauty of the ocean and beach beyond. Each unit is luxuriously yet sustainably crafted with local plantation timbers and pale stone sourced directly on the island or from neighboring islands. The elegantly organic villas feature beach and ocean views and range from 1-3 bedrooms. They are intimate, indulgent refuges, with seductive outdoor showers, along with kitchenette facilities to enjoy in-villa dining should a hermetic mood strike. The 5 larger Residences range from 3 to 6 bedrooms and are perched higher up in the tropical terrain, but with the same stunning beach and ocean views. Kokomo’s most exclusive is the Sunset Residence, its largest at 6 bedrooms, with an open-concept interior space on split levels, spanning over 11,900 square feet. Captivating views from floor-to-ceiling windows on all sides. Five en suite spacious guest bedrooms on the main floor with the upper level exclusive to the primary bedroom suite. This residence accommodates 12 guests, perhaps more with additional bedding.
