The Vava'u group has a population of about 20,000 spread over most of the 50 odd islands - about a third live in or around the lovely capital town - Neiafu (and the harbor) where there are four nearby villages Makave, Taoa, Toula and Vaimalo. A place of brilliant colors, blue lagoons (Robin Graham, celebrated author of 'Dove' says frankly "This must be one of the loveliest spots on all the earth"), white, fine coral sand beaches, lush green coconut plantations.
Experienced travelers liken the Vava'u group to 'a cross between the Bahamas and the Virgin Islands.' There are dramatic deep-water drop-offs and brilliant shallow lagoons. Port of Refuge is a celebrated haven for yachts, larger craft and cruise ships from all around the world.
Flights operate
daily except Sunday between Tongatupu and Vava'u.
We can arrange day trips to uninhabited islands,
scuba diving, a Yacht Charter - sail yourself or skippered
and during winter (July-November) an excursion to view
the spectacular humpback whales who migrate to these tropical
waters from the Antarctic Ocean.
Map courtesy of www.tonga.islands-beaches.com
Vava'u
& Ha'apai
8 days/ 6 nights Sample Land Package
| 3 nights
Vava'u | 3 nights
Ha'apai | Breakfast and Dinner daily | Inter-island
airfare from Tongatapu/Vava'u/Ha'apai & return | Meet
& greet on arrival | Transfers and baggage handling
VAVA'U hotels
Paradise
International Hotel - located hilltop with great
views. 10-minute walk into Neiafu Town.
Puataukanave
Int. Hotel
In the heart of Neiafu, overlooking the Port of Refuge
Harbour and complete with waterfront restaurant and bars,
swimming pool, tennis court, 30 rooms & 16 bed backpacker
wing.
Vava’u
Harbourview Resort offers spacious garden bungalows
with stunning views. All rooms have kitchenettes. Located
in Toula 2 kms from Neiafu. (5 minute taxi ride) Access
to the sea for swimming and a boat landing. Tennis, friendly
service, clean and tidy and reasonable room rates
Tongan
Beach Resort situated on the island of Utungake,
accessible by causeway from mainland Vava'u. 12
beachfront bungalows with ensuite bathrooms and wi fi,
beachfront. Great location
Offshore
Island Resort: Mounu Island
This intimate
eco resort is located 30 minutes by fast boat from Neiafu
township on a southern island in the Vava'u Group.
A 6 acre coral atoll fringed by white coral sand amidst
spectacular coral reefs. Only 4 fales (maximum
8 guests) with private facilities and sun deck, situated
on the waters edge providing stunning views of the surrounding
islands and reefs. Restaurant and Bar. Resort is
eco-conscious and utilizes only solar power. Numerous
activities iincluding Whale Watching, Diving, Kayaking,
Bird Watching, Fishing and Village visits.
Mounu Island Resort
Mounu is situated to the south of the Vava'u Archipelago. Mounu is the southern most inhabited island in the Vava'u group. A 6.5 acre coral attol fringed with white coral sands surrounded by spectacular coral reefs. We cater for a maximum of 8 guests.
Mounu is proud to be an eco resort. We utilise solar power with 12,24,110,240 volts being available. Rain water is collected, stored in tanks then filtered for use. The resort is connected with the outside world by VHF radio telephone. We provide and serve local organic foods and we recycle where possible. Laundry and postal services are available.
Whale watching
boat tours are available and the best time to snorkel
with the whales is during the birthing season June - October.
Early bookings are essential.
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updated April 2012
