The land has stories: Explore Biausevu Waterfall with walking guide Seini Nonu
To Seini Nonu, walking guide at Biausevu Waterfall, the land is more than just a place. 'It has stories,' she says. 'Passed down through the wind, the rivers, the trees.'
Located inland from Fiji's Coral Coast, Biausevu is one of the region's most visited waterfalls, accessed via a 30-minute walk through rainforest, starting from Biausevu Village. Seini shares how she feels connected to the land and the freedom she experiences as she walks the path that leads to the cascades.
'Happiness isn't about rushing. It's about being present,' she reflects. 'When you walk here, you don't just see Fiji. You feel it.'
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