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Resorts in Tonga
About Tonga
Tonga is very different from the rest of the South Pacific countries because of its long-reigning monarchy and isolation from the rest of the world. A three-hour flight from Auckland, Tonga has plenty of direct connections to Australia, New Zealand and Fiji. Once travellers land at the Fua’amotu Airport on Tongatapu, they have the choice of taking a boat or a plane to the other islands. A lot of people also sail into Tonga on yacht charters, just to sample its untouched beauty. The people are devout, very warm-hearted and a friendly chat will often see travellers being invited to stay over with the locals. Then, Tonga is one of the few places on earth where numerous pods of whales come to mate and give birth to calves. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime moment. There is the Ha’apai group of islands, where swimming, fishing, snorkelling, diving and lounging on a beach hammock are the recommended activities through the day. In a nutshell, Tonga is no gimmick as a secluded beach destination. It is the real deal.
Things to Do in Tonga
Tongatapu and its delights: A coral island ringed by miles of multi-coloured coral reefs, Tongatapu is where the majority of the population lives. Settle into ‘island time’, where relaxation and fun are the order of the day. With traditional markets, cafes with eclectic cuisines, old tombs, relics and natural wonders, this island is a traveller’s delight.
Sailing, snorkelling, diving and kiteboarding: As Tonga is not on the popular tourism radar (yet!), travellers will find pristine coral reefs to swim in, underwater grottos and caves to explore, plus long stretches of gorgeous blue waters to kite-surf, board and snorkel in. Vava’u’s 50-odd islands are especially amazing for diving and recreational water activities, as its waters are clear enough for visibility of up to more than 100 yards.
Book a tour for whale watching:This is arguably one of the best reasons to visit Tonga. Because of its warm waters, pods of humpback whales come to mate and give birth. With a good dive tour, visitors can get up, close and personal with these gentle behemoths of the sea.
Best Time To Visit Tonga
The most suitable time to visit Tonga would be during May to November, where the dry season holds roost, with occasional squalls and showers. On the flip side, February and March would be great for travellers who wish to see the absolutely torrential downpours Tonga is familiar with. For whale-watchers, the golden period is between early July to late October! Just drop in a line to our South Pacific Specialists and we’ll make sure you have a choice of all-inclusive holidays and deals to Tonga and an unforgettable trip!
Hotels and Resorts in Tonga
Despite being a little blip on the tourism map, Tonga has a great selection of resorts spread all over the island nation. It also provides guests with their own private island experience! There are luxurious bungalows in the Ha’apai islands such as the Sandy Beach Resort and the Villa Mamana, which are perfect for couples and travellers wishing for privacy, pampering and time to get away from the mad bustle of life. Then there are family-friendly resorts in Nuku’alofa such as the Tanoa International Dateline Hotel and the Liku’alofa Beach Resort for a grand time with the kids and the significant other! Browse our partner hotels below or give our South Pacific Specialists a call to chat and find the perfect getaway for you.
Top 5 Experiences in Tonga
Our South Pacific Specialists can organise whale-watching tours where adventurous travellers can dive and watch these gentle leviathans play in the deeps. It’s not a life-changing event, but it comes very, very close. Then, celebrating the Tongan King’s birthday with cultural performances, song and dance routines and floral parades, the Heilala Festival is a sight to behold for two whole weeks from June 26th to July 9th. It also sees the Miss Heilala contest being hosted! Then, try an off-road tour of Vava’u, where you will see perfect beaches, forests and a village tour of Vava’u. Let our Specialists plan a diving special, where each day will bring a new island to explore, on land and underwater. And finally, Tonga and its islands has some of the richest and best-preserved fishing spots in the world. From trevally to mackerel to trout, it is a fisherman’s paradise!
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