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Mapu’a ‘a Vaea (Whistle of the Noble)

The guide was updated: 2021-09-16

The amazing Mapu’a ‘a Vaea or blowholes, extend for 5km along the south shore on Tongatapu. Their name Mapu'a Vaea means "Chief's Whistles", and you can see the water forced through the natural vents in the coral limestone cliffs sometimes up to 30 metres in height.

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Address: Near the village of Houma, Tongatapu, Tonga
Opening hours: 24/7

Our travel guides are free to read and explore online. If you want to get your own copy, the full travel guide for this destination is available to you offline* to bring along anywhere or print for your trip.

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Water Sports

Water Sports

Surrounded by coral gardens and with the water so clear in places you can see 40 metres down, the islands of Tonga offer premium diving and snorkelling experiences. Swim inside the Swallows Cave and dive into Mariners Cave from the island of Vava'u. From Ha'apai, view captivating marine life and colourful corals. Discover the "The Green Wall" of Ha'ano Islands – a long drop-off that plunges towards the great Tongan trench.

Anahulu Cave - Underground Swimmingpool

Anahulu Cave - Underground Swimmingpool

Explore the mysterious cave at Anahulu and dive into its freshwater pool. This unique place holds wonders for visitors and you can discover what's below the surface by joining a scuba dive tour or snorkelling.

Free Church Of Tonga

Free Church Of Tonga

Christianity and the church influence Tonga on various levels of social and public life. This is one of the biggest churches on the whole island and offers you to join in on a Sunday service. Alternatively, you can drop in any time to take pictures and admire the architecture.

Mapu’a ‘a Vaea (Whistle of the Noble)

Mapu’a ‘a Vaea (Whistle of the Noble)

The amazing Mapu’a ‘a Vaea or blowholes, extend for 5km along the south shore on Tongatapu. Their name Mapu'a Vaea means "Chief's Whistles", and you can see the water forced through the natural vents in the coral limestone cliffs sometimes up to 30 metres in height.

Tongatapu Island Tour

Tongatapu Island Tour

Join a Tongatapu Island Tour to see the Royal Palace, Royal Tombs, the blowholes, flying foxes and, on the western side of the island, the enthralling Ha’amonga Trilithon, the Stonehenge of the South Pacific and the ancient capital of Mu’a with its fascinating Terrace Tombs on the East.

ʻEua National Park

ʻEua National Park

On ‘Eua, the National Park is considered one of the best walks in the South Pacific. Walk through pristine forest, explore the rugged southern coastline, caves, chasms, waterfalls and see panoramic views. You may hear the raucous cry of the ‘koki – or red-breasted musk parrot – found only on ‘Eua. It is a great trip for fit people who are keen on nature and adventure. A guide is essential. The trip takes 7 hours and is not suitable for children under 12 years. It is easy to get to ‘Eua, you can either go there with a ferry from Nuku’alofa and takes about two hours, or by flight witch only takes 8 minutes for a trip.

Tofua

Tofua

For a real adventure, travel to Tofua and hike. There is a remote volcano, where, with planning, you can camp in its crater. Since it is really difficult to get in this oval shaped volcanic island, unless you have your own boat, is highly recommended to book an organised tour in advance.

Whale watching

Whale watching

From June to November hundreds of humpback whales call the warm waters surrounding the islands of Tonga home. The islands of Vava’u have particularly large numbers of whales utilising the area as a nursery. Many tours operate boats for closer viewing.

Royal Tombs

Royal Tombs

You can visit the final resting place of Tonga's royalty at this site. While you can only see the tombs from a good distance, it's worth visiting the area as there is also a small church and park nearby.

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