Fijian Village Etiquette: What do I need to know? The heart of Fiji lies in its tradition, culture and community. On our hikes, we want to give our guests the chance to experience rural life in Fiji. Stepping into these close-knit rural communities unveils a rich cultural tapestry where etiquette isn’t just a set of […]
Part 1 – By Mere Nailatikau We arrived at the picturesque village of Naga on a Friday afternoon and were greeted at the village hall by our lead guide, Sairusi. It was a beautiful time of day to arrive, as our vehicle navigated the road into the small community nestled in the mountains of Fiji’s
By Alana Volavola After 23 years away from Fiji, having left at just 4 years old, coming back felt like finding a piece of myself I didn’t realise I was missing. London’s hustle and endless noise left me feeling disconnected from my roots. Now, being here with my family and going on a Talanoa Treks
In the scenic highlands of Fiji, where less travelled trails weave through stunning landscapes and village communities thrive, our trip leaders stand as ambassadors of sustainable tourism. Meet Ratu Peni, also known as Ben! From Nabulini village in Wainibuka, Tailevu, Ben is one of our Talanoa Trek trip leaders that joined our team early this
Spartan, the world’s leading obstacle race series, made it to Fiji in November with over 2,000 local and international participants. Spartan’s mission is “to help people live without limits” with races ranging from 5 km to marathon length races. With a presence in over 30 countries, Spartan is a global event that brings participants from
Last month we hosted our second test of the Upper Sigatoka River Trail Run, a 25km circuit adventure run from Naga village and an event we hope to add to our annual calendar. With an elevation profile of 1200m, this is not for the faint hearted, as runner Stuart Gow crossed the line he confirmed
By Nicholas Halter There were a lot of events planned for the reinstatement of Ratu Sukuna Day in Fiji, but I couldn’t miss the opportunity to travel into the mountains and see how this renowned Fijian leader is remembered there. It was a memorable drive through the Naitasiri province and past Monosavu Dam before we reached Naga village. Needless to say, Fiji village hospitality was excellent and we were
Talanoa Treks and NatureFiji-MareqetiViti partner to connect visitors to Fiji’s rich cultural heritage and natural environment Talanoa Treks is celebrating its 10 year anniversary in 2023. As a small, social enterprise, specialising in multi-day hikes, Talanoa Treks was developed in partnership with interior communities to offer visitors the chance to gain an insight into Fiji’s
Written by Joji Tamani. Photos courtesy of Brian Finestone. Looking back, it now seems like a lifetime ago. My time scoping out the course for the The World’s Toughest Race: Eco Challenge Fiji with the coordination team is a bit of a haze: weeks in the bush, a fair bit of kava and newspaper rolled
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Nearly two years ago now, I asked my husband what he wanted for his 40th birthday, I thought he might want to upgrade his Garmin, head to New Zealand on holiday or just go to the beach for the weekend. ‘How about we hike across Viti Levu?’ he said.
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