The island is part of Ba Province in the country's Western Division.

[1] Waya is densely wooded[1] with abundant natural water springs.

[2] There are four villages: Nalauwaki, Natawa, Waya Levu and Yalobi.

[2] The island has the highest point in the Yasawa Group, at 571 metres (1,873 ft).

Another island peak is 500 metres (1,600 ft) tall.