Bula pass, atmosphere, & diving in the Yasawa's

23/m/single - usa(california)

Has anyone used the bula pass to do the unlimited island transfers aroudn the Yasawa islands? How much can you get it for, how long does it last, and did you think it was worth it financially and experientially?

Any other information about how to keep my spending to a minimum in the yasawa's, between accomodation, eating, and activity prices would be most appreciated. I'll be in that area for about 10 days. Also any suggestions and/or good deals for scuba diving dives as well as classes would be great.

Also what have been some of your experiences as far as the atmosphere of certain resorts. Chill, social, partying, quiet. Im open to all, just curious which resorts tend to have what kind of feel to them. Thanks

Matt

p.s. If anyone is going to be in the Yasawa's in July, let me know. Im always interested in meeting fellow adventurers from around the world.

The Bula pass is only worth it, if you take the 3 week pass for about 429F$. You get one free night on the Wanna Taki cruse. You can't go from Tavewa or Nanuya Island to Nacula on the Flyer. You have to take a water taxi there. The diving is not that great up there. In July the mantas are near the Manta Ray Resort, which may be worth it. I dived around Tavewa and Waya and wasn't to impressed. Diving starts at around 95f$ for one dive, 165F$ for two and so on.
We can recommend Otto&Fannys on Tavewa. The dorm is empty most of the time. They don"t make you eat the whole meal plan. Breakfast is 9F$, lunch 16F$ and dinner 25F$. The food is the best in the Yasawas and plenty of it. There is also good swimming and OK snorkeling. You may even see mantas here. The Flyer is 220F$ return.