Tonga

welcome to Tonga

Capital of Tonga: Nuku'alofa
Population of Tonga: 0.1 million - 10th in Oceania
Size of Tonga: 747 km2 - 9th in Oceania
Languages in Tonga: Tongan and English

Spread out over 177 islands, Tonga features an incredible array of natural environments and places to visit. "Island time" remains omnipresent in Tonga, and visitors may find that locals are in little hurry in their day-to-day lives. While sightseeing in Tonga, head for the country's three main island groupings - Vava'u, Ha'apai, and Tongatapu - to enjoy a taste of their world-class snorkeling and diving opportunities. Reefs and forests burst with life and lush foliage, and lend themselves well to enjoying the great outdoors, while sun-kissed beaches and idyllic lagoons make for fantastic lazy days along the shore. Alternatively, take advantage of the country's prolific whale-watching industry - frequently ranked among the best on the planet.

Highlights

Take the opportunity to go diving in the warm waters of the South Pacific
Spot humpback whales at one of the finest whale-watching destinations of the world
Charter your own yacht and go island-hopping around Tonga’s 176 islands
Get the wind in your sails and take up the thrilling activity of kite surfing
Learn about ancient Polynesian culture on the main island of Tongatapu
Discover lush, tropical rainforests on the island of ‘Eua
Get away from it all by heading to the isolated Niua islands
Sit back and relax at any one of the pristine sandy beaches on the many Tongan islands