How to get out Tongatapu
There are flights and ferries to Vava'u, and Ha'apai. None of these services operates on Sunday.
'Eua Island is located only 17.5km east-southeast from Tongatapu. It is the highest island in Tonga and is not related geologically to the other islands, being much older. It has beaches on the western side but dramatic cliffs on the east coast, with Tonga’s largest tropical rain forest, which is a great place to go trekking.
‘Eua is just an eight-minute flight from Tongatapu on Chathams Pacific Airline . There is also a ferry that leaves from Nuku’alofa at 12.30 in the afternoon on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Cost is T$25. The ferry can get rather crowded, so be early. On average, the ferry will take about two and a half hours, but can take much longer (5-6 hours!) in poor weather. Note that flights and ferries can be delayed or even cancelled without notice in poor weather conditions.
The Hideaway, ☎ (00676) 50 255 ( , fax: (00676) 50 128), . Six rooms and two traditional fales on a beach from where dolphins and whales can sometimes be seen. Tours round the island are organized. T$55-70 for a double. �
Taina’s Place, ☎ 676.65002 ( ), . On eight acres of land close to the rain forest. Camping T$20;dorm T$25; double T$55; family house T$100. �
High Light Guest House, ☎ (676) 50.143, . Four rooms in a house in the center of the island. T$50 for a double. �
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The Most Frequently Asked Travel Questions about Tongatapu
