Kaibu
Island in Fiji's Lau archipelago
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Kaibu (pronounced [kaˈimbu]) is an island in Fiji's Lau archipelago. A 22.4-kilometre-long (13.9 mi) reef encompasses Kaibu and the neighbouring island of Yacata, from which Kaibu is separated by a lagoon. The island, which has an area of about 2 square kilometres (0.77 sq mi), is located 56 kilometres (35 mi) west of Vanua Balavu. Fishing, snorkeling, and water sports are among the tourist attractions of the island.
  Kaibu | |
| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Location | South Pacific Ocean |
| Coordinates | 17°15′S 179°29′W |
| Archipelago | Lau Islands |
| Adjacent to | Koro Sea |
| Area | 2 km2 (0.77 sq mi) |
| Administration | |
| Division | Northern |
| Province | Cakaudrove |
| Tikina | Cakaudrove |
Kaibu is privately owned by James Jannard, the founder of Oakley Inc., who built the Vatuvara Resort on the island.[1] Previously it had been owned by Jay Johnson, the American fibreglass mogul.[1]
