Tonga: The Details

GETTING THERE AND LOCAL INFORMATION

From LAX, Australia and New.Zealand it's simple. Auckland and Nadi (Fiji) are the local hubs for this part of the South Pacific.

Air New Zealand offer direct flights from LAX to Nuku’alofa, from there it is a short hop to VaVa’u.

You may wish to visit New Zealand or Fiji during your visit. Direct flights are available from both places to Nuku’alofa.

Virgin Blue and Jetstar fly from Australia and New Zealand to Tonga.

*Please note that there are no internal flights on Sundays.

Weather
It is usually less humid than other Tropical areas; the temperatures in Tonga range from 77F-80F in the Winter (May to Sept) and up to 85F in the Summer (October to April). Sea temperatures remain constant at 79F. The southeast blow at 15-25Kts in the Winter with lighter northeast winds in the Summer. Cyclone season is December to March but the weather usually remains stable as VaVa’u has traditionally had for fewer storms than the rest of the South Pacific Islands. (Certainly many less storms than the Caribbean)

Medical
Public and private medical facilities are available in VaVa’u

Currency
The local currency is the Pa’anga, very few places accept credit cards however there are ATM machines in Town where you can get cash. The best idea is to get your spending money at the International Airport on your arrival at Nuku’alofa.

Sundays
Everything is closed on a Sunday in Tonga

Meet & Greet
We will be at the airport in VaVa’u to meet your flight from Nuku’alofa and bring you out to the boat.

Other Activities in VaVa’u
Mountain Bike rental, Taxi Tours of the Islands, Abseiling in the vast caves for the more adventurous, Surfing & Body-Boarding, Shopping for local handicrafts, Big Game fishing, visiting local Restaurants and Bars. Eco- Tours.