Maqai Beach Eco Surf Resort

A private white-sand beach, excellent snorkelling, epic waves and nightly entertainment: believe it or not, this is a backpackers. Accommodation is in sturdy, clean safari tents and shared bures: meals (compulsory meal plan $89) are taken in a common area with sand floors, couches and a pool table. There’s a boat to take you out to the breaks as well as snorkelling, village visits and hiking.