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    Suva Bay Central Division | Viti Levu Island Fiji (Republic of Fiji)
Location
Suva Bay borders Suva to the east on the southeastern corner of Viti Levu Island in Rewa Province, Central Division of Fiji. Also known as Suva Harbor.

Wartime History
During the Pacific War, Suva Seaplane Base was located in Suva Bay. On May 19, 1942 in the early morning, Japanese submarine I-21 surfaces and launches E14Y1 Glen floatplane piloted by Warrant Flying Officer Ito conducted a reconnaissance over Suva Bay and reports a light cruiser and seven submarine chasers and after an hour and a half flight returns to the submarine.

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Last Updated
May 18, 2026

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