Dive Academy Fiji and Viani Bay Resort have been showcased on German national television in a feature that brings fresh global attention to Fiji’s natural beauty, community spirit and sustainable tourism. On 2 January 2026, ZDF’s “hallo deutschland: Abenteuer Auswandern – Neuanfang auf den Fidschi‑Inseln” aired a documentary in its popular Abenteuer Auswandern strand, profiling Germans who have chosen to build new lives in the South Pacific and inviting an audience of millions to see Fiji through their eyes. (ZDF Presseportal)
ZDF (Zweites Deutsches Fernsehen) is Germany’s largest public television network and its documentary features routinely attract substantial viewership. The Fiji episode was broadcast at peak viewing times and made available on the ZDF Mediathek streaming platform, reaching an estimated audience of around eight million. (ZDF Presseportal)
Among those profiled was Marina Walser, co‑founder of Dive Academy Fiji and Viani Bay Resort. Originally from Germany, Walser is a passionate diving professional and conservation advocate who helped establish the boutique eco‑resort on the shores of Viani Bay, Vanua Levu, which doubles as a 5‑Star PADI Eco Dive and Freediving Centre with personalised experiences on Fiji’s famed Rainbow Reef. (diveacademyfiji)
The documentary also features Robert Glowatzki and his Italian partner Lucilla on the island of Taveuni. Glowatzki’s story of running an organic farm and producing handmade local products gave German audiences a grounded view of expatriate life intertwined with Fiji’s culture and environment. (TVDigital)
The episode emphasised the allure of Fiji’s marine landscapes, its reef ecosystems, and the everyday life of residents and local communities. At Viani Bay Resort, Walser’s narrative was tied to the conservation‑centred ethos of the resort. Dive Academy Fiji offers guests diving and snorkelling, with close access to the Rainbow Reef and the Great White Wall, and involves them directly in community and reef care programmes. (diveacademyfiji)
ZDF has indicated that standalone segments on each of the featured individuals will continue to be shared over the year on German television and digital platforms, extending exposure for Fiji as a sustainable travel destination. This broadcast highlights Fiji’s appeal to international audiences seeking adventure, cultural connection and ecological engagement, and reinforces Dive Academy Fiji’s standing as a leading example of responsible tourism in the Pacific.
