Visit a village and experience life the Fijian way
One of the many great things about Fiji's islands is that Fijian culture is quite accessible. There are several possibilities for tourists to witness Fijians practicing their traditional way of life, as they have done for decades. There are a few extravagant exhibitions here and there, but when you visit or stay in a Fijian village, you know you're getting the real deal. It might be a bit of a cultural shock at first. People living on the basic necessities in self-built dwellings better characterized as shacks. But it's far from a gloomy experience. Fijians are typically joyful people who are quite friendly when visitors come to their community.
Village visits are a shorter - but no less exciting - experience. The spectacularly gorgeous Navala on Viti Levu's main island gives tourists an immersive stay in a traditional hamlet, while homestays on Waya Island welcome those interested in exploring the Yasawas from a native perspective.
It's an uplifting experience in which you're likely to learn a lot and think on what's essential in your own life. Nonetheless, Fijians have their own distinct culture and set of norms, so knowing Fiji village etiquette and what to do when visiting a Fijian village is essential. How do you get to a Fijian village? Typically, you must be invited to a village, which is usually done through a village visiting trip or a homestay. You may enter a village for a tourist attraction in some instances. Ask the first person you meet for directions or a guide to the tourist site.
