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SCUBA DIVING

limited during Whale season 

Board the dive boat just metres from your Fale. From there depart for one of the dozens of nearby reef systems and coral bombies, which offer some of the South Pacific’s most unspoiled and rarely visited dive experiences. From soft coral gardens to hard coral bombies, swim throughs and tunnel systems and offshore pinnacles this truly is a diverse marine environment. With regular sightings of the big stuff like sharks, tuna and manta rays, to colourful nudibranchs and shrimps plus everything in between. Visibility averages 100ft /30m but can often exceed that, water temps range from 24C to 28C. This year with the remodeled dive boat, new engines and larger fuel tanks we will have access to some rarely visited pinnacles at the northern end of Ha’apai which will offer some very exciting diving! Beach Diving is available from TOP$100 We also offer a full range of dive courses from a one day dive experience for the non qualified diver to a full open water course and beyond.

KITEBOARDING

Unspoiled beaches, endless shallow lagoons, and consistent trade winds are the recipe for a great kiteboarding spot, and here we have them all. Being on the northern tip of the island, we have over 300 degrees of exposure to the wind, so if its blowing you can kite from here on our beach. Work your way a little upwind to the reef edge of the lagoon and you have clean undisturbed wind from the Pacific allowing you to cruise for miles.

WHALE SWIMMING

Being located in the elbow of Ha’ano and Foa Islands, gives us access to one of the best whale nursery areas in Tonga. With female Humpbacks coming back to the same locations to give birth and nurse their new born calves.

Come enjoy the majesty of the mighty Humpback Whale as they migrate to our warm tropical waters for the winter months. We offer daily trips with a maximum of 8 passengers aboard our 2 fully licensed vessels to watch and swim with these gentle giants. Most days from the beach here at the resort you can see them frolic in the shallow water surrounding Foa Island.

 Your day is spent watching, swimming and learning about the whales.  Your trip is led by one of our experienced and knowledgeable guides.

Our approach here is to be patient, of utmost importance is the well being of the whales. It should be remembered that it is a privilege to swim with the whales and by giving them absolute respect and care we are usually rewarded with a much better in-water experience.

See more on our whale page

SNORKELING 

The lagoon at the end of the island is blessed with some of the best snorkeling in Tonga. Just meters from where you sleep is an amazing coral reef and crystal clear water with pipe fish, anemone fish and white mouth eels to mention just a few.

 

In the channel between our beach and the island of Nuku Namu you will find larger pelagics we also have a family of leopard sharks that live in the channel and numerous rays.

 

Just 500 metres  into the lagoon you will find the  lagoon reef, marked with a buoy for easy discovery, this is the most amazing snorkeling. Just 2 metres deep with clean clear water provided everyday from the Pacific, here you will find the most  bio-diversity offered anywhere in the Tongan Archipelago.

Complimentary snorkel equipment is provided for guests.

STAND UP PADDLE

Stand up paddle boarding (SUP) is currently one of the fastest growing water sports. We have several options available here starting with the "Red" inflatable boards perfect for beginners extremely large and stable. Then for the more adventurous we have a selection of fiberglass boards in various sizes great for a stroll in the lagoon or hanging ten in the surf.

KAYAKS

Double and single Kayaks are available for you to explore the large lagoon, visit the nearby uninhabited island of Nuku Namu.

Have the kitchen make up a picnic lunch, pack snorkeling gear and make a day of it.

 

When the swell is co-operative we have a great little wave at the end of our beach perfect for hours of fun. 

BUSH AND REEF WALK

With miles of bush walking trails leading to lookouts and secret beaches there is plenty of exploring to be done by foot. At low tide take a walk out into the lagoon to see the reef edge and our resident colony of Spanish Dancers (nudibranch).

Join one of our guided trips or make your own way.

HORSE RIDING

Horses are still used here in Ha'apai as a form of transport and for work.

Horse riding is offered here from our local village, ride through the bush, gallop on the beach and even take your horse for a swim in the ocean, a great way for all to cool off. Please note this is done island style, bare back no saddle !

sailing

Hobie wave is available for rental or instruction . We have our own on site sailing instructor to give lessons, you will be sailing the lagoon by yourself in no time. 

BICYCLES

Bicycles are offered complementary to our guests. Ride into Pangai, the main town on the island, only 14 km (8 miles) to the south, ride across the runway and traverse the causeway between the 2 islands.  Visit Mariner's cafe for a refreshing drink and some lunch before setting off back for the northern tip of the island.

FISHING

 

Half day game fishing trips to troll for blue water fish like Mahi Mahi, Tuna and Wahoo or go to the reef to cast for Giant Trevally, leave from the resort daily weather depending. 

HOUMALE'EIA PETROGLYPHS

At the southern end of the eastern beach is the archeological site of the petroglyphs. Beach erosion revealed the ancient rock art when an Australian couple noticed man made engravings on the flat rock in 2008. There are over 50 petroglyphs that have remained buried for hundreds of years, the style corresponds to Hawaiian carvings dating from 1400.AD – which raises some interesting questions! For the full story click this link

HA'ANO CULTURAL TOUR 

We have been working with the womens group from the island of Ha'ano for several years now to provide a cultural experience for our guests 

You are picked up by local boat at 10am and formally met at the wharf in the village of Ha'ano on the island of Kauvai just a 15 minute ride away. You spend the day with the local villagers being shown around the island. Activities include local handicraft demonstrations, beautiful singing and traditional dancing from the children at the local school and an amazing lunch feast.

A quick snorkel on the beach before arriving back at the resort  mid afternoon.

All proceeds for this trip go to the people of Ha'ano.  

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