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Tonga Islands
French Polynesia has only lately been emerging as the southern
hemisphere’s premium luxury charter destination offering the most
plush surroundings and favorable sailing conditions for your yacht
enabling you to spend the time of your life aboard while soaking in
these islands’ splendor. One of the best kept secrets of this part
of the world rest without a doubt the islands of Tonga, a
terrestrial paradise lying north of New Zealand. The sun-drenched
Tonga Islands are an utter haven lined with powdery white beaches
bordering magnificent deep azure lagoons perfect for mooring your
luxury charter yacht. This culturally rich
island country enchants with rustic beauty and lures all water
sports amateurs for a once in a lifetime adventure under the
sun!
Tonga is a wonderful collection of 176 scattered islands with over 30 pristine uninhabited islands. There is absolutely no better way to discover these anchorages than on a luxury charter yacht. Hop aboard with Sunreef Yachts Charter and let the magnificence of the plentiful islands sweep you off your feet!
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Tongatapu
The archipelago is divided into three main island groups, Vava’u,
Ha’apai and Tongatapu, the latter being it’s main island home to
the country’s capital, Naku’alofa.
On Tongatapu live slightly over 70% of the country’s population, making it Tonga’s political, commercial and economic hub. The luscious island of Tongatapu will therefore be the best place to start your luxury charter vacation in Tonga with the Fua’amotu International Airport conveniently located near Nuku’alofa and offering flights to Australia and New Zealand.
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Nuku’alofa, Tongatapu
First described by Captain James Cook in late 18th century and
Tonga’s capital since 1875, Nuku’alofa is a quaint South Pacific
town, different than architecturally rich European cities, but
nonetheless unusual and charming. Commencing their luxury charter
in this city gives guests the opportunity to visit Tonga’s largest
towns and amazing archaeological and natural sites. In Nuku’alofa
you will be able to see the monarch’s Royal Palace, the Tongan
Parliament building and the Free Church of Tonga being the
country’s official church. With a low skyline, Naku’alofa is not
similar to Western capital cities but it definitely leaves visitors
under its spell.
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Archaeological and Natural Wonders
The country’s biggest island, Tongatapu is abundant in
archaeological sites to discover during your luxury charter
vacation. The first one not to be missed are Langi, tombs of Tongan
kings, located in Mu’a which is the second largest town on the
island. Mapu ‘a Vaea or “Whistle of the Noble” are natural
blowholes in the coral reef on the island’s south-western coast
where water blows through impetuously from volcanic rock formations
leaving the water quaintly splashing around the site. Another not
to be missed natural wonder is that of Hufangalupe, a natural land
bridge formed by a collapsing sea cave roof leaving waters often
dramatically breaking near the entrance to the site.
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Vava’u
Vava’u may not be the largest island group in Tonga but it probably
rests the most popular one giving guests the possibility to live an
authentic South Pacific experience to cherish for a lifetime. This
archipelago consists of one larger island and 40 smaller pristine
islands that await your discovery during your cruise. With many
quaint anchorages and powdery beaches lined with lush impressive
coconut trees, tropical Vava’u is an amazing slice of paradise
whose favorable climate is just perfect for swimming, diving and
snorkeling and an abundant marine life continues to inspire
fishermen amateurs.
The islands of Vava’u rest pristine with little bigger settlements, the principal village being Neiafu, also the country’s second largest settlement. Although the town is not very populous, it is the administrative hub of the Vava’u group and therefore houses government buildings, banks, schools and a hospital. It is also conveniently located beside the Port of Refuge which is one of the most picturesque anchorages in Tonga with deep azure waters quaintly winding inland creating a harmonious landscape of lagoons nestled in plush tropical fauna.
The islands of Vava’u rest pristine with little bigger settlements, the principal village being Neiafu, also the country’s second largest settlement. Although the town is not very populous, it is the administrative hub of the Vava’u group and therefore houses government buildings, banks, schools and a hospital. It is also conveniently located beside the Port of Refuge which is one of the most picturesque anchorages in Tonga with deep azure waters quaintly winding inland creating a harmonious landscape of lagoons nestled in plush tropical fauna.
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Ha’apai
Located in the central part of the Tongan Kingdom south of the
Vava’u islands, is the group of Ha’apai, 50 islands and islets with
the administrative capital town of Pangai on Lifutka Island. The
archipelago consists of both volcanic and coral islands, the latter
remaining uninhabited but leaving visitors with the opportunity to
chose their own deserted beaches where to soak up the sun or
island-hop in sea kayaks thanks to unchanging weather conditions
around the islands.
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Romance and bliss
Tonga Islands rest largely untouched by man and will therefore be
the perfect backdrop for your romantic getaway from busy Western
ports of call. With a considerable number of unspoiled islands with
beautiful immaculate beaches where you will admire awe-inspiring
tropical sunsets and fully unwind, Tonga will leave its guests
stupefied. A luxury charter is the perfect way to experience
the beauty of these islands offering the utmost of relaxation and
rejuvenation.
During the day you will bask in the sun on the beach or on the flybridge of your luxury charter catamaran before passing by one of the acclaimed resorts for a relaxing Polynesian massage tingling the five senses. You will spend your evenings beachcombing as the crew aboard your yacht prepares a sumptuous alfresco meal.
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Enticing Aquatic Fun!
In Tonga not only will you be able to the spend your days unwinding
and absorbing the wonderful tropical entourage but also taking
advantage of water toys available onboard for wonderful submarine
adventures. Go sea kayaking in calm lagoons around the islands,
visit remote coves in a tender or dinghy, opt for a thrilling
afternoon session of water skiing or jet skiing or a more relaxed
one of snorkeling or diving in crystal clear waters. Another
wonderful option is fishing as the immense Tongan shores are the
natural habitat for such tropical species as barracuda, yellow fin
tuna, blue, black and striped marlin, mahi mahi and wahoo. The
South Pacific is abundant in vibrant marine life and amateur
anglers from the entire world have the possibility to test their
skills in Tonga.
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Observe Majestic Whales in their Natural Habitat
Your luxury charter vacation in Tonga Islands will be a once in a
lifetime opportunity to watch giant humpback whales giving birth to
their young in these tropical reef-protected waters, a species
migrating here from icy cold waters of Antarctica. These majestic
sea creatures arrive in Tonga around June and remain in the warm
waters until November before heading back south, it is therefore a
not to be missed possibility of swimming with the whales in one of
three countries in the world offering such an adventure. You will
marvel at the dignity with which humpback whales traverse the
turquoise waters around Tongan islands right from the deck of your
luxury charter yacht or during a cruise with one of the
whale-watching companies.
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Rich Tongan Cuisine for Gourmands
With a favorable year-round climate, Tonga Islands smell of freshly
grown produce as well as locally caught game. The South Pacific is
a genuine paradise for seafood lovers as the ocean is rich in fish
and crustaceans. Tongan fishermen sell their fresh catches daily
leaving you and your Chef with the choice of trout, lobster,
mudcrab and octopus to prepare for alfresco lunch or dinner. Local
markets are fragrant with fruits and vegetables such as tomatoes,
carrots, spinach, pumpkins, tapioca and onions to accompany your
meals. Although restaurants on the island specialize in many
cuisines for different palates, authentic Tongan dishes include
chicken, pork, fish and shellfish that are traditionally cooked in
earth ovens. Locally grown coffee is served in traditional cafes
around the islands where you will spend relaxing afternoons
chatting with locals.
Choose Tonga for your luxury charter vacation with Sunreef Yachts Charter and discover magnificent tropical robust beauty of these South Pacific islands offering a perfect combination of sailing, lounging and nature admiring.