Connect with local rental suppliers across Viti Levu and start exploring without the usual credit card hassles.
Rodavia is a booking platform linking travellers with rental suppliers operating in Fiji. When you complete a booking, you receive a voucher detailing the supplier's address, contact information, and the agreed terms. Payment is made as a booking advance online, and you sign the rental agreement directly with the supplier at their counter.
The suppliers in our network handle everything from paperwork to vehicle handover. Each operates under Fijian regulations, maintaining their own fleet and setting their policies on insurance, driver requirements, and kilometrage. Your voucher clarifies which supplier you'll meet, where to find them, and what documents to bring.
This model works particularly well for visitors who need no-deposit rentals or prefer using debit cards instead of credit cards. Because the advance payment secures your booking, the supplier can waive the traditional deposit hold at pick-up, simplifying the process for both sides.
Suppliers keep a range of vehicles suited to Fiji's mix of sealed highways and gravel resort tracks. The choice depends on where you're heading and how much luggage you're carrying.
| Category | Transmission | Suited For |
|---|---|---|
| Compact sedan | Automatic / manual | Queens Road, town driving, paved resort access |
| Mid-size sedan | Automatic | Longer trips, Nadi-Suva route, family luggage |
| SUV / 4WD | Automatic | Gravel resort roads, Kings Road northern loop, cyclone season prep |
| Van / people mover | Automatic | Groups, dive gear, surfboards |
Most inventory leans automatic because demand is higher. Manual gearboxes appear mainly in economy compacts. Ground clearance matters if you're staying off the main highway - several coastal resorts sit at the end of unsealed tracks that turn muddy during the wet season from November through April.
Nadi International sits on Viti Levu's west side, and most rentals begin there. Nadi suppliers cluster along Wailoaloa Beach Road and near the airport terminals, making pick-up straightforward after you clear customs.
From Nadi, the sealed Queens Road runs southeast through Sigatoka and the Coral Coast, reaching Suva in roughly three hours. Villages along this route install speed bumps, so allow extra time. Denarau island is fifteen minutes north over the causeway - many resorts concentrate there, and the road is fully paved.
The Kings Road forms a northern loop back to Suva. It's longer, less travelled, and offers hill scenery, but sections narrow and fuel stations spread out. Fill up in larger towns. Traffic drives on the left; speed limits sit at 50 in urban areas and 80 on open roads. Enforcement happens, especially around schools and village centres.
Fuel comes from Total, Pacific Energy, and Mobil stations. Coastal suppliers often note the nearest pump location on your voucher. Resort access roads sometimes remain gravel, so confirm surface conditions when you book if you're heading to a remote property.
You select dates, pick-up location, and vehicle category through the search tool above. The system displays available options from suppliers who operate in that area. Each listing shows the supplier's name, vehicle specifications, included kilometrage, and insurance details.
Once you choose, you enter driver and flight details, then complete the booking advance online. We accept cards processed through our payment methods - debit cards work just as well as credit cards for this step. Immediately after payment, you receive a voucher by email.
The voucher includes the supplier's full address, phone number, opening hours, and a list of required documents: passport, driving licence, and the voucher itself. Some suppliers ask for an international driving permit if your home licence isn't in English; the voucher specifies this. At the counter, you sign the rental agreement, collect keys, and inspect the vehicle with the supplier's staff.
Because the advance payment covers the rental period, many suppliers in the network don't place a separate hold on your card at pick-up. Terms vary by supplier, so the voucher is the reference document for what applies to your booking.
Each supplier sets its own insurance structure. Standard packages typically include third-party liability and collision damage waiver with an excess. The excess is the amount you remain responsible for if the vehicle is damaged; the voucher states this figure. Some suppliers offer additional cover to reduce or eliminate the excess - you arrange that directly with them at pick-up if you want it.
A valid driving licence from your home country is mandatory. If the licence uses non-Latin script or lacks an English translation, bring an international driving permit issued under the 1949 Geneva convention. Fijian authorities recognise permits from major motoring associations. Minimum age is usually twenty-one, and some vehicle categories require drivers to be twenty-five or older.
Named drivers must appear on the rental agreement. Adding a second driver often carries a small daily fee, payable at the counter. Only listed drivers are covered by the insurance, so declare everyone who might take the wheel.
Airport proximity, resort hotels, marina facilities, and the gateway to outer islands. Sealed roads throughout, frequent fuel stations, and the highest concentration of rental suppliers.
Beachfront resorts, sand dunes national park, snorkelling spots, and roadside fruit stalls. Queens Road remains paved; some resort driveways turn to gravel closer to the shore.
Government offices, municipal market, museum, and ferry terminals for outer islands. Urban traffic, metered parking in the CBD, and suppliers near the waterfront.
Hill farms, smaller villages, river crossings, and quieter scenery. Sections narrow; check weather forecasts during cyclone season before committing to this route.
Left-hand traffic takes a few minutes to adjust to if you're from a right-hand-drive country. Roundabouts are common near Nadi; give way to traffic already circulating. Village speed bumps on Queens Road aren't always signposted far in advance, so watch for painted road markings.
Fuel economy varies with air-conditioning use and road gradient. Fill the tank when you pass a station in rural areas rather than gambling on the next town. Most pumps accept cash; some take cards, but connectivity can be slow.
During the wet months, brief heavy showers reduce visibility and create standing water. Pull over if conditions worsen suddenly. Gravel roads become slippery; lower your speed and increase following distance. Cyclone warnings are broadcast on local radio - suppliers will advise if a system is approaching and whether you should delay travel.
Parking in resort areas is usually free; Suva's downtown uses meters and time limits. Lock valuables in the boot, not on seats. If you're heading to a remote beach or trailhead, ask the supplier about road conditions - some tracks require higher clearance than a standard sedan offers.
Many suppliers in our network operate without requiring a card hold at pick-up because the booking advance secures the reservation. The voucher states whether a deposit applies; terms vary by supplier, so check your specific voucher once you receive it.
Yes. The booking advance can be paid with a debit card through our platform. At the supplier's counter, policies differ - your voucher will specify what cards they accept for any additional charges like fuel or optional extras.
Several local companies have desks inside the terminal or offices a short walk from arrivals. Your voucher includes the exact address, phone number, and directions. Some suppliers offer a free shuttle from the terminal to their nearby lot; call the number on your voucher when you land to confirm pick-up steps.
Fijian law recognises foreign licences for short visits, but if your licence isn't in English or uses non-Latin characters, you need an international driving permit. The voucher will state this requirement for your specific booking. Obtain the permit from a motoring association in your home country before you travel.
Standard packages typically include third-party liability and collision damage waiver with an excess amount. The voucher lists the excess figure and the coverage limits. At the counter, suppliers may offer additional insurance to reduce or remove the excess; pricing and terms are explained there, and purchase is optional.
Queens Road between Nadi and Suva takes around three hours under normal conditions. The highway is sealed, but villages install speed bumps and traffic slows through Sigatoka and other towns. Fuel stations appear regularly. Leave extra time if you plan stops along the Coral Coast or if rain reduces visibility.