The unique history of Kioa makes it a special destination for deep cultural engagement and learning ideal for those who want to unplug and enjoy the abundance of the land and sea. Tourism is not new on Kioa.

Kioa Island presents a unique blend of natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and historical significance, making it an ideal destination for those looking to explore the vibrant traditions and history of the Tuvaluan people in Fiji. Book now! Your stay in the village is inclusive of activities.

May 6, 2019 · However, Kioa is an island on its own, settled by the people of Tuvalu who bought it as they searched for greener pastures in Fiji back in the days. With white sandy beaches bordering the island, the place itself is a picture of tropical bliss.

Feb 15, 2017 · Although within Fiji, the island of Kioa was purchased by people from the Viatupu atoll in Tuvalu. A nudibranch (commonly referred to as a sea slug) in Fijian waters. Most of the nudibranchs we saw, in a variety of colors, were no more than two inches long.

Dec 20, 2020 · Descendants of the Salia clan now live in Buca Village, facing Kioa Island from across Buca Bay. However, from 1892 Gilbert now known as Kiribati and the Ellice Islands were British protectorates before they were colonised on the 1st of January 1976.

Oct 31, 2022 · In 1946, elders from Tuvalu travelled to Cakaudrove in search of an island that would become home to their future generation. These elders found Kioa Island, located off Vanua Levu. Last week, the generations of this community celebrated 75 years of living on Kioa.

Kioa Island is actually inhabited by people from Vaitupu Island in Tuvalu. Vaitupu became so overpopulated in the ’40s that a number of families migrated to Kioa. They are now Fijian citizens, but they retain their own culture.

Welcome to Kioa Island, a Tropical island in the South Pacific Ocean, part of the majestic Pacific Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Kioa Island unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond.

Dec 20, 2020 · Kioa Island spans the entrance of the Buca Bay in Cakaudrove almost looking like it is part of Vanua Levu in the background. Picture: LUKE RAWALAI. Dancing and feasting presided over Kioa in Cakaudrove as its people, now scattered around the Fiji group, converged at their island home on October this year to mark Kioa Day.

It was not the intention of establishing the Kioa Island Community Organization (KICO) to transform Kioa into a "Western Urban City," but rather to help the community and individuals improve the quality of life in Kioa. Contact us to learn more and get involved.