The Kingdom of Tonga in the South Pacific attracts sailors from all over the world with its paradisiacal beauty. Here you will find humpback whales, fascinating underwater caves, colorful coral reefs, beautiful white beaches and exotic cuisine as well as a hospitality that Captain James Cook immortalized in its early name: The Friendly Islands. Since there is little tourism here, a Törn in Tonga is pure relaxation.
Climate: tropical with temperatures between 17 and 29 degrees
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Winds: Südostpassat
Sailing season: all year round, observing the cyclone season from December to April
Yacht charter Tonga
Tonga is an island nation and kingdom in the South Pacific Ocean, southeast of Fiji. It belongs to Polynesia and includes over 170 islands and atolls. For entry German citizens need a passport, which should be valid for 6 months over the intended period of stay. Furthermore, return and onward travel tickets as well as sufficient financial means must be verifiable. No visa is required for a stay of 90 days. Further and current information can be found on the website of the German Foreign Office.
Official languages are Tongan, a Polynesian language, as well as English. The currency is the Pa'anga, also known as the Tongan dollar.
Travel, activities and discoveries for your yacht charter vacation
To Tonga one can fly for example via New Zealand, Australia or the USA. Partly connecting flights from there depart only once a week, so the connection should be well planned. International flights land at the airport near Nuku'alofa on the main island of Tongatapu. North of the airport is also our starting point, Marina Fangafoa. Here you will find stores, banks, restaurants and bars near the city center.
North of Tongatapu is the Ha'apai archipelago, with secluded beaches that are great for relaxing and diving and snorkeling. On Uiha you can see burial sites of the royal family in the form of pyramids.
Vava'u is the northern group of the island state and at the same time the name of their main island with the capital Neiafu. Here you will find safe anchorages in beautiful bays and short strokes to the nearest islands. For divers, the islands offer great coral reefs, drop-offs, caves and fascinating caverns. There are also perfect wind conditions for surfers. The clear water and the variety of corals and fish are ideal for snorkeling fans. In the period from June to November you can even watch humpback whales off the island of Vaka'eitu. Taunga Atoll, with its picturesque white sand beaches and colorful coral reefs, is a jewel of the island chain. Maninita Island is home to a true birdwatcher's paradise, and the surrounding coral reefs are also just right for nature lovers.
Culinary wise, you should not miss a traditional Tongan banquet, which is offered several times a week.
