This private island comes with its own submarine
A Fijian private island is now up for grabs, complete with its own submarine and aircraft - a first in the luxury property market. Olivia Palamountain reports
Located in the heart of Fiji’s Northern Lau Group is Kaibu Island, an 800-acre paradise that currently operates as a high-end retreat.
Currently on the market though Vladi Private Islands at US$79.5 million, the sale comes with a U-Boat Worx submersible and Twin Otter airplane under the "Ultimate Package".
The submarine will allow owners to explore the vibrant underwater world, while the aircraft provides seamless access from anywhere in the Pacific.Elsewhere, Kaibu Island features three beach-access villas, immaculate infrastructure, and top-tier amenities, including a private airstrip, marina jetty, and state-of-the-art energy systems.
"Christmas is just around the corner and the race to buy the perfect present is well and truly on. But what to buy for a person who already has it all? Enter our new Ultimate Package," says Farhad Vladi, CEO of Vladi Private Islands, which has completed over 2,600 island sales since 1971.Roy Heijdra, Marketing Manager at U-Boat Worx, adds: "Our submersibles are designed to open up the wonders of the underwater world, providing an unparalleled combination of safety, innovation, and luxury. With Kaibu Island as the ultimate base for exploration, this package sets a new benchmark for adventure and exclusivity."
The submarine manufacturer, founded in 2005, specialises in submersibles for private, research and commercial use, focusing on safety, performance and comfort in underwater exploration