Village life, gardening and the courtesy of asking before you enter land or take photographs are the traditions you will notice first. Aore is close to town, so culture here often appears as a hosted village visit rather than a remote ceremonial calendar. Treat even a short visit as a guest in someone's place.

Ask before walking through villages, visiting family land, using a beach on customary land, or taking photos of people and ceremonies. Resort grounds have their own access, but the rest of the island is not an open park. Your host or boatman can usually make the introduction.

Dress modestly away from the beach, greet people, and follow your host's lead on where you may walk. Pay agreed fees for village visits, and do not wander into gardens or nakamals uninvited. A short, well-hosted visit is better than a long, uninvited one.