Culture, People & Customs

Fiji’s culture is more than a backdrop to a holiday, it’s the heart of the islands. Shaped by iTaukei traditions and enriched by Indo-Fijian, Chinese, European and Pacific influences, Fiji is proudly diverse, warmly welcoming, and unmistakably its own. You’ll see it in the way people gather, the respect shown in villages, the stories passed down, the rhythms of song and dance, and the everyday moments that run on “Fiji time.”
In this section, explore the people, customs and celebrations that make Fiji unique, so you can understand not just where you are, but how to experience it with respect and meaning.Our instructional guides cover essential local topics including Fijian village etiquette, Kava (Yaqona) ceremonies, Masi & Tabua traditions, traditional Meke dances, and iTaukei language basics.