Nuku'alofa (Tongatapu) — Nuku'alofa (Tongatapu) - Profile Location Tongatapu is the main island of the Kingdom of Tonga and the location of its capital Nukuʻalofa. It is located in Tonga's southern island group, to which it gives its name, and is the country's most highly populated island. Tongatapu is Tonga's centre of government and the seat of its monarchy. Nuku’alofa, once a run-down town due to numerous burnt out buildings, is undergoing a facelift, with the town boasting many new buildings, yet still retaining some tradition. Most importantly for cruisers it has an excellent fresh vegetable market. Internet is probably the best of all the Pacific islands with fibre optic cables in place and 3G+. Location 21°08'12"S, 175°11'02"W (harbour entrance) Note: Tonga has a new island, about 65 kilometres south-west of Tongatapu (approx.

20° 34′ 12″ S, 175° 22′ 48″ W), which started forming in January 2016 after a volcano began erupting. Tonga's lands and natural resources ministry has examined the island and stated that the newly formed landmass is around 800m wide and 1.3km long. Clearance See Tonga/Formalities for full clearance details. See Tonga/Fees for details of the charges. Nuku'alofa Port Authority listen on VHF Ch. 14. Alternatively, Nuku'alofa Radio listens to Ch 16 & 12, also 2182kHz. Authorities must be contacted for clearance instructions (see comment at bottom of page re. arriving here out of season). There is a Yacht Clearance Berth (combined with the fuel & water dock) in the small boat harbour at Faua. This is directly in front of the entrance. Alternatively, you can anchor and dinghy in and visit the officials yourself. Authorities may also come to the yacht to complete clearance. Everyone is friendly and helpful and clearance can be completed in two hours or less.

Boats are only cleared between 0830 and 1630 Monday to Friday and may be boarded by Immigration and Agriculture officials. Fresh fruit, vegetables, some herbs and non-commercially packed eggs may be confiscated and destroyed. Yachts are not cleared in or out at weekends, or during lunch 12:30-13:30 (except by prior arrangement). If arriving outside normal hours, anchor with the Q flag flying at the Pangimotu anchorage and wait until office hours. No one should leave the vessel until contact with officials has been made. Certain areas in the approaches to Nuku'alofa are prohibited for anchoring and these are marked on the chart. Last updated September 2016. Docking Yachts can berth at Faua, the small boat harbour, or anchor at the designated yacht anchorage at Pangaimotu Island. Faua harbour, just west of the Queen Salote wharf, is close to Nuku'alofa town. The entrance is 8.5 ft (2.6 m) at low tide and dredged to a depth of 9-13 ft (3-4 m) inside.

Yachts should moor Mediterranean-style on the north side of the harbour, with long stern lines - a dinghy is still needed to get ashore. The area around the Fisheries market on the south side must be kept clear for local boat use. Nuku'alofa Harbour has recently been reported as perfectly clean and there is excellent holding in front of the town harbour. The shelter here is also very good. The designated yacht anchorage at Pangaimoto Island, just 1.25 nautical miles from Nuku’alofa, is even better and more sheltered. The anchorage has a sandy bottom and good holding. Secure in all weather except strong westerlies. The small resort is very welcoming to cruisers. Last updated September 2016. Tongatapu travel guide - Wikitravel 14 Get out Tongatapu is Tonga 's largest island with over two-thirds of the country's small population. It is a coral island surrounded by coral reefs. The capital, Nuku'alofa, on the north coast, has a relaxed air, despite the troubles of a few years ago (see article on Tonga ).

There are some interesting places to visit and some nice beaches with good snorkelling and Tongatapu provides a good opportunity to view a unique culture. Most of the interesting places are outside Nuku’alofa but most of the places to stay are in the capital. There is a good bus network and car rental is possible. By Plane[ edit ] There are several flights a week from Auckland, Sydney, Nadi and Suva. See Tonga for more details. Get around[ edit ] Nuku'alofa is small enough to walk around and taxis are available. (You can take a bus from around the terminal, but the bus is unreliable, taxi is a better option). You can go by boat to the minor island around Nuku'alofa from the pier. By rental car/scooter[ edit ] Tongatapu can just about be seen in one day by car or motorbike. You can rent cars and motorscooters. A Tongan driver's license for T$40 is available and can be obtained at the police department with your home license.There are few or no road signs on Tongatapu so you'll need a good map if you're touring in a car.

Unfortunately there are no complete road maps in existence yet. The speed limit on most of the island is 40kph and this is stuck to by the local drivers. The Police have radar guns to check. The roads are good in and around Nuku'alofa but deteriorate the further from the town and the further south you travel. Most cars on the island are in a terrible state, maintained on a budget and held together by a combination of 'Western Union' stickers and prayer. The low speed limit helps to keep accidents down. Island Cars & Scooter Rental Company, Fangaloto, Popua, Nuku'alofa, ☎ +676 26998 or +676 8450380 or +676 8416383 ( creedtongamoa@gmail.com ), [1] . 09:00-17:00 Mon-Sat. Valu and her husband Creed have just started their new rental business as of late 2016. Brand new 125cc scooters / cars. Very lovely people. Much recommended. T$50 for 24 hours rental.

(-21.146669,-175.164630) edit You can also hire a car from the Friend's Tourist Centre (near the main post office) for about 50 Pa'anga and a tour of the island is about 120 km. By tour guide[ edit ] Teta Tours and Toni's guest house offer day tours of all the main tourist sights (40-80 Pa'anga depending on how many are on the tour). By bus[ edit ] Buses to various points on Tongatapu run from the bus concourse on the seafront in Nuku'alofa although there are no timetables posted and local sources say that they are not reliable after about 1530 hours on most days. With no bus stops you just stand on the side of the road and flag the driver down (do not wave, they will wave back and keep driving). The most popular buses in Tonga are generally the loudest, so when you want to get off a reasonably loud "STOP" will do it (again, just anywhere you want them to stop).

If you don't like kids or crowds avoid the buses at the end-of-school time, they get packed out and the only limit on how many people in a bus is how many can fit in. The general cost of getting from Nuku`alofa to the surfing destination of Ha`atafu on the western penninsula is roughly T$2.20. See[ edit ][ add listing ] Nuku’alofa. This is the capital of Tonga and the largest city of Tongatapu. The crumbling wooden Royal Palace was built in 1867 and is the official residence of the King. Until its death in 1966 the palace grounds housed a tortoise given to the then King by Captain Cook. Talamahu Market, Salote Road, Nuku'alofa, ☎ (676) 24146. Situated in Nuku'alofa next to the Central Police Station, Talamahu is the main market in Tongatapu where all the local farmers bring their fresh produce and sell. You can find all types of seasonal fruits, fresh vegetables and root vegetables such as yams, kumara, taro, manioke.

Upstairs you will find local handicrafts, second hand clothing, shoes, carvings and jewelry of all types. edit Ha’amonga ‘a Maui. Near the village of Niutōua, in the northeast corner of the island. This is a trilithon made out of coral, limestone rock. The name means ‘Maui’s burden’, referring to the Polynesian God Maui, who according to legend formed the Kingdom of Tonga by fishing the islands from the depths of the sea. The Ha’amonga ‘a Maui is thought to have been built around 1200 AD. There are several theories regarding its purpose. One is that the King, fearing his two sons would quarrel on his death, erected it as a symbol of brotherhood. Each son was represented by a stone pillar, and united by the lintel. A more likely explanation is that it was the gateway to the King’s palace at his new capital. This capital did not last long, hence the present-day isolation of the trilithon. A funeral on one of the best-preserved langis at Mu'a Mu’a.

This town, on the eastern edge of the lagoon, was the home of the Tu’i Tonga line of kings and was for centuries the capital of the island. It is notable for many tombs of the kings that can still be seen. When a Tuʻi Tonga king died he was buried in a langi, a big, artificial hill surrounded by huge slabs of coral rock, usually in three or more layers. This rock was quarried from along the coast of Tongatapu or from nearby islands. The accuracy by which the slabs were cut so that they fit each other with little space between is considered remarkable. Blowholes. These are near the village of Houma to the southwest of the island. When waves crash into the reef, natural channels in the volcanic rock allow water to be pushed through and forced up into the air. Best at high tide. Flying foxes. These are found in trees at Kolovai, to the west of the island. They are Pacific Flying Foxes, a species of fruit bat. Only the King is allowed to hunt them, hence these undisturbed colonies. Tapa painting The Tongan National Cultural Centre.

On the edge of Fanga'uta Lagoon on Taufa'ahau Road, around 1.5 km south of Nuku'alofa. This center is constructed with traditional buildings that house exhibitions of the kingdom's history. Artisans work on their crafts such as carving, tapa making and weaving and the items they make are sold to the visitors. Large buffet dinners are offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays with demonstrations of traditional dancing and other skills. 'Anahulu Cave, ☎ (676) 23363. 'Anahulu Cave is a stalactite cave situated north of Fatumu village. There is an underground freshwater swimming pool which is suitable for swimming. Admission fee is T$10 for the first first swimming pool, and T$25 for the guided tour deeper into the cave with more swimming pools which are clean enough to drink! edit Do[ edit ][ add listing ] There are daily excursions to the islands in the harbor of Nuku'alofa, where swimming, sun bathing, snorkeling, and other activities can be done, and still be able to return in the afternoon.

Some of the islands operate boat service, Pangaimotu is only 15 minutes while Royal Sunset is about an hour away. the islands listed below all have restaurants and bars available. Fafa Island Resort, ☎ 676 22800. Is a small island off the coast of Nuku'alofa which operates day trips to the island. The cost is T$90 with lunch. The boat leaves at 11.00 am and returns 4.00 pm. A great alternative if you have already visited Pangaimotu island edit Royal Sunset Island Resort, ☎ 676 21254. Is a resort located on the island of Atata about an hour boat ride from Nuku'alofa. The resort operates day trips to the island, and a tours of the village located on the island. The cost is T$70 with lunch. The boat leaves at 10.00 am and returns 4.00 pm. A great way to spend a Sunday when most of Nuku'alofa is closed. edit Pangaimotu Island, ☎ 7715 762.

A trip to Pangaimotu Island costs about T$20 return. The boat leaves hourly from 9.00 am to 12.00 pm and does return trips hourly from 3.00pm to 6.00 pm. The small island, the closest one to Nuku`alofa has a half sunken ship wreck to snorkel around. However, beware of jumping off as the bottom is shallow on some sides and the rusted ship is sharp. The ship also attracts sea snakes. The island takes about an hour to meander around and has a restaurant which serves good food and hires snorkelling gear (costly). Good idea to go on Sunday when most other things are closed. edit Eat[ edit ][ add listing ] For a small town, Nuku'alofa offers a decent range of restaurants and bars. Expect to pay 15-40 Pa'anga for a main course in a restaurant and about 5 Pa'anga for a takeaway at one of the roadside sellers. Seafood is usually good. The Oholei Beach Dinner and Show is set in Hina cave on the beach on the south-east side of Tongatapu, near the airport.

It includes a Tongan dinner and a traditional show (inside a limestone cave). The cost is about TOP40 each and can be booked from the Tonga Visitors Centre. Transport is extra. Make sure you understand the travel arrangements when you make the booking e.g. where and when to be picked up. Friend's Cafe, Taufa'ahua Road, Nuku'alofa, ☎ +676 22390. The main place for tourists on Tongatapu. Serves coffee, tea, and excellent breakfast. Try the vanilla French toast. The milk shakes are also very good. There is an adjacent souvenir shop, information desk, and computers for internet access edit Pot Luck Training Restaurant, corner of Salote and Vaiomok Roads, Nuku'alofa, ☎ +676 25091, [2] . Every second and last Mondays of each month, you can enjoy a two- or three-course meal for around T$30. The students are really dedicated, and the food and the entertainment are well worth the money. A great opportunity to enjoy first class cuisine for a bargain while supporting local education. edit New Hong Kong Restaurant, Nuku'alofa.

If you're on a budget, some very cheap and tasty Chinese food can be had here for around TOP5 per dish. It's located near the Digicel store. edit Frangipani, Nuku'alofa. Great Korean food for around TOP20 for a main. edit Most restaurants and eateries are closed on Sunday but there are a couple of Chinese restaurants which are open Sundays. Drink[ edit ][ add listing ] Marco's Pizza, Unga Road, near old Village Mission Pharmacy. The Best Italian food you are likely eat outside Italy in the most unlikely location outside Italy. A popular place for expats, Marco's Pizza is located on the small street beside Molisi Shops, approximately 200m from the market when travelling with the market at your back. edit Coffee Post, Cnr Taufaahau Rd & Salote Rd (Opp NZ High Comm). Situated inside the main post office, Coffee Post is easily the best coffee in town. Also a good variety of light and healthy lunches, perfect after getting smashed with giant 'Tongan' sized portions everywhere. edit Budget[ edit ] Pangaimotu Island. The closest of several islands off the north coast of Tongatapu.

Single TOP60, double TOP90; Communal Fale: TOP35/person; Camping: Tent Site: TOP10; Tent Hire: TOP5. Rates go down if you stay more than one night. Toni's Guest House, (about 5km out of town), [3] . Basic, but highly rated, accommodation. Will arrange a kava night if you want to experience the local drink. Reception: +676 21049 TOP20-50 per person per night.. edit NOA Guest House, (A short walk from the church, and town centre), [4] . Wheelchair friendly. They also do airport pickup for TOP25 vs the TOP40 taxis charge. Dorm TOP20. Single room TOP60.. edit Midrange[ edit ] Captain Cook Apartments. Just six rooms here, on the wharf a couple of minutes from the centre of Nuku'alofa. TOP150-200. Phone: +676 25600; Email: info@captaincook.to. Dateline Hotel, (downtown Nuku'alofa on the seafront), [5] .

Tonga's main hotel, now renovated after the 2006 troubles. TOP100-160 single. edit Friendly Islander Hotel - 3km east of the centre of Nuku'alofa, towards the wharf. 26 rooms, 12 of which are suites with two bedrooms. Usual amenities plus a squash court. Annoying web site with lots of pop-ups at Ha'atafu Beach resort . Just ten fales or cottages at this laid back resort on the west of the island, with good snorkelling and surfing. AUD70-90 per person for shared cottages, including dinner. Oceanside Guest House in Afa village to the east of the island. Six rooms at TOP75 per room. Sails Lodge and Restaurant. Opposite the mooring area for yachts on Nuku'alofa's sea front. Nine rooms, between TOP90 and TOP210. [6] The Villa. Another sea front lodge, this one with just five rooms. NZ$147 for double occupancy. [7] Vakaloa Beach Resort. Has three units facing the beach with three garden rooms behind.

From TOP100-195. [8] Waterfront Lodge. Eight rooms on the seafront in Nuku'alofa. Around TOP200 for a double. [9] Splurge[ edit ] Fafa Island resort. Thirteen fales, or bungalows, on this small coral island with plenty of beach just to the north of Nuku'alofa. Expensive at around TOP250 for a double fale per night. [10] Royal Sunset Island Resort is located on ‘Atata Island, a 100-acre island. It is a 30 minutes Boat Ride to the northwest of Nuku’alofa.The resort has around 20 fales and is located on the southern tip of 'Atata island, which has a village and two churches. Single or double TOP250-330 a night. Little Italy Hotel. New hotel with 22 rooms on the seafront close to the Royal Palace in Nuku'alofa. TOP230-260 for a double. [11] Royal Tonga International Hotel.

New 78-roomed hotel close to the airport although why anyone would want to stay close to the airport is not clear. TOP180-250 for a double. [12] Stay safe[ edit ] Tongatapu is very safe but the usual travel precautions apply. Don't flash expensive cameras and jewellery and don't leave passports, money, clothes, etc. lying around in hotel rooms. If you're staying with locals (there is a good chance you'll be invited to stay at someone's home on Tongatapu) take your valuables with you during the day and secure them at night Tongan drivers are sometimes erratic so watch out. Asking for a helmet when you hire a bicycle is advisable. Dogs can be a nuisance especially in some areas outside of the capital. Water that crashes over the reefs into the lagoons is sucked back out again through gaps in the reefs. Be careful when snorkelling that you don't get caught in one of these channels of water heading for open sea or you could be seriously damaged by the coral. Contact[ edit ] There are several internet cafes in town.

The Friend's Cafe is the most popular and includes Wi-Fi at TOP5 an hour, or TOP4 an hour if food/drink are purchased. Some places charge as low as TOP2 an hour. Avoid inserting camera cards into the slots due to the risk of viruses. Use Skype to call overseas because it's about TOP1 per minute if you buy a phone card. Embassies and High Commissions[ edit ] Australia, Salote Rd Nuku’alofa, ☎ 676 23244 ( ahctonga@dfat.gov.au ), [13] . edit China, VUNA ROAD, Nuku'alofa, ☎ 676 24554 ( chinaemb_to@mfa.gov.cn , fax: 676 24595), [14] . edit New Zealand, Corner Taufa’ahau and Salote Roads, Nuku'alofa, ☎ 676 23122 ( nzhctonga@mfat.govt.nz ), [15] . edit Nuku'alofa | national capital, Tonga | Britannica.com national capital, Tonga Washington, D.C.

Nukuʿalofa, capital and chief port of Tonga , on the northern shore of Tongatapu Island, in the southwestern Pacific Ocean . Its deep-draft harbour is protected by reefs. Landmarks include the Royal Palace (1865–67, home of the Tongan royal family), on the seafront at the end of the old wharf, and the Royal Tombs. The town has several secondary schools (called colleges), a teachers’ training school, Vaiola Hospital, government offices, and a large Wesleyan church. Modern buildings include the broadcasting studio, a convention centre, and a development outside the town comprising housing, joinery works, and Copra Board enterprises. Commercial activities centre on the export of copra , bananas, squash, and vanilla and the sale of traditional handicrafts. Tuna and snapper fishing fleets operate out of the harbour, and the city is Tonga’s main market for fishery products. A government-run industrial estate, the Small Industries Centre, leases factory facilities to various industries. Fuaʿamotu International Airport is some 15 miles (24 km) by road to the southeast. Royal Palace, Nukuʿalofa, Tonga.

John Baker/SuperStock In the early 21st century a pro-democracy movement in Tonga gathered strength. In response, the government established a national committee for political reform that made its report in 2006. After the legislature reviewed the report but failed to act on its recommendations, riots broke out in Nukuʿalofa, resulting in the destruction of some four-fifths of the central business district. A multiyear reconstruction project, completed in 2012, restored buildings and roads and built a new wharf for the port. Pop. (2006) city, 23,658; urban agglom., 34,311. Learn More in these related articles: in Tonga TONGA, the graphic produce market of its capital Nuku'alofa - YouTube TONGA, the graphic produce market of its capital Nuku'alofa Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. The interactive transcript could not be loaded. Loading... Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available right now. Please try again later.

Published on Nov 19, 2015 TONGA, the market of Nuku'alofa: Let's visit this very graphic produce market located in Tonga's beautiful capital, the city of Nuku'aloa. You can buy almost everything here, from beautiful handicrafts, to fruit and vegetables and great t-shirts on the second floor!! Vic Stefanu, vstefanu@yahoo.com. Nukuʻalofa is the capital of the Kingdom of Tonga. It is located on the north coast of the island of Tongatapu, in the southernmost island group of Tonga. Category Tonga - Kingdom of Tonga - Country Profile - the Friendly Islands, Polynesia - South Pacific Ocean Location map of Tonga Destination Tonga, a virtual guide to the Polynesian kingdom formerly known as the Friendly Islands, an archipelago of more than 170 islands in the South Pacific Ocean south east of Fiji , south of Samoa , 2,000 km north east of Auckland , NZ and 3,280 km east of Brisbane , Australia . Tonga was united under one chief in 1845.

This must have been quite an achievement because the mostly flat limestone islands are scattered over 700,000 km² (270,000 sq mi) of the southern Pacific Ocean, this is about the size of Texas. Tonga cut its official ties with the UK in 1970, but remains an active member of the Commonwealth. However the country's total surface area is just about 750 km² (290 sq mi), smaller than one third of Luxembourg , or about four times the size of Washington, DC . Tonga has a population of 100,000 inhabitants (in 2016). Capital city of Tonga is Nuku'alofa on the nation's main island Tongatapu. Spoken languages are Tongan and English (both official). Tongatapu – Travel guide at Wikivoyage Get around[ edit ] Nuku'alofa is small enough to walk around and taxis are available. (You can take a bus from around the terminal, but the bus is unreliable, taxi is a better option). You can go by boat to the small islands around Nuku'alofa from the pier.

Tongatapu can just about be seen in one day by car or motorbike. You can rent cars and motor scooters. A Tongan driver's license for T$25 is available and can be obtained at the police department with your home license.There are few road signs on Tongatapu so you'll need a good map if you're touring in a car. The speed limit on most of the island is 50 kph and this is stuck to by the local drivers. The Police have radar guns to check. The roads are good in and around Nuku'alofa but deteriorate the further from the town and the further south you travel.You can hire a car from the Friend's Tourist Centre (near the main post office) for about 50 Pa'anga and a tour of the island is about 120 km. Many cars on the island are in a terrible state, maintained on a budget and held together by a combination of 'Western Union' stickers and prayer. The low speed limit helps to keep accidents down. However, in recent years there have been a large number of imports of reconditioned Japanese cars and the general quality of vehicles is improving. Available cars for rent are good.

Teta Tours and Toni's guest house offer day tours of all the main tourist sights (40-80 Pa'anga depending on how many are on the tour). Buses to various points on Tongatapu run from the bus concourse on the seafront in Nuku'alofa although there are no timetables posted and local sources say that they are not reliable after about 1530 hours on most days. With few bus stops you just stand on the side of the road and flag the driver down (do not wave, they will wave back and keep driving). The most popular buses in Tonga are generally the loudest, so when you want to get off a reasonably loud "STOP" will do it (again, just anywhere you want them to stop). If you don't like kids or crowds avoid the buses at the end-of-school time, they get packed out and the only limit on how many people in a bus is how many can fit in. The general cost of getting from Nuku`alofa to the surfing destination of Ha`atafu on the western peninsula is roughly T$2.20. See[ edit ] Nuku’alofa.

This is the capital of Tonga and the largest city of Tongatapu. The crumbling wooden Royal Palace was built in 1867 and is the official residence of the King. Until its death in 1966 the palace grounds housed a tortoise given to the then King by Captain Cook. Talamahu Market, Salote Road, Nuku'alofa, ☎ +676 24146 . Situated in Nuku'alofa next to the Central Police Station, Talamahu is the main market in Tongatapu where all the local farmers bring their fresh produce and sell. You can find all types of seasonal fruits, fresh vegetables and root vegetables such as yams, kumara, taro, manioke. Upstairs you will find local handicrafts, second hand clothing, shoes, carvings and jewelry of all types. Ha’amonga ‘a Maui. Near the village of Niutōua, in the northeast corner of the island. This is a trilithon made out of coral, limestone rock.

The name means ‘Maui’s burden’, referring to the Polynesian God Maui, who according to legend formed the Kingdom of Tonga by fishing the islands from the depths of the sea. The Ha’amonga ‘a Maui is thought to have been built around 1200 AD. There are several theories regarding its purpose. One is that the King, fearing his two sons would quarrel on his death, erected it as a symbol of brotherhood. Each son was represented by a stone pillar, and united by the lintel. A more likely explanation is that it was the gateway to the King’s palace at his new capital. This capital did not last long, hence the present-day isolation of the trilithon. A funeral on one of the best-preserved langis at Mu'a Mu’a. This town, on the eastern edge of the lagoon, was the home of the Tu’i Tonga line of kings and was for centuries the capital of the island. It is notable for many tombs of the kings that can still be seen. When a Tuʻi Tonga king died he was buried in a langi, a big, artificial hill surrounded by huge slabs of coral rock, usually in three or more layers.

This rock was quarried from along the coast of Tongatapu or from nearby islands. The accuracy by which the slabs were cut so that they fit each other with little space between is considered remarkable. Blowholes. These are near the village of Houma to the southwest of the island. When waves crash into the reef, natural channels in the volcanic rock allow water to be pushed through and forced up into the air. Best at high tide. Flying foxes. These are found in trees at Kolovai, to the west of the island. They are Pacific Flying Foxes, a species of fruit bat. Only the King is allowed to hunt them, hence these undisturbed colonies. Tapa painting The Tongan National Cultural Centre. On the edge of Fanga'uta Lagoon on Taufa'ahau Road, around 1.5 km south of Nuku'alofa. This center is constructed with traditional buildings that house exhibitions of the kingdom's history. Artisans work on their crafts such as carving, tapa making and weaving and the items they make are sold to the visitors. Large buffet dinners are offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays with demonstrations of traditional dancing and other skills.

Do[ edit ] Take a day trip to Pangaimotu or one of the outer islands. A trip to Pangaimotu Island costs about T$20 return. The small island, the closest one to Nuku`alofa has a half sunken ship wreck to snorkel around. However, beware of jumping off as the bottom is shallow on some sides and the rusted ship is sharp. The ship also attracts sea snakes. The island takes about an hour to meander around and has a restaurant which serves good food and hires snorkeling gear (costly). Good idea to go on Sunday when most other things are closed. Buy[ edit ] The market located in the center of the Nuku'alofa is an exciting place where you can bargain for jewelery and souvenirs. Eat[ edit ] For a small town, Nuku'alofa offers a decent range of restaurants and bars. Expect to pay 15-40 Pa'anga for a main course in a restaurant and about 5 Pa'anga for a takeaway at one of the roadside sellers. Seafood is usually good.

The Oholei Beach Dinner and Show is set in Hina cave on the beach on the south-east side of Tongatapu, near the airport. It includes a Tongan dinner and a traditional show (inside a limestone cave). The cost is about T$30 each and can be booked from the Tonga Visitors Center. Transport is extra. Make sure you understant the travel arrangements when you make the booking e.g. where and when to be picked up. Friend's Cafe, Taufa'ahua Road, Nuku'alofa, ☎ +676 22390 . The main place for tourists on Tongatapu. Serves coffee, tea, and excellent breakfast. Try the vanilla French toast. The milk shakes are also very good. There is an adjacent souvenir shop, information desk, and computers for internet access "Pot Luck Training Restaurant , corner of Salote and Vaiomok Roads, Nuku'alofa, ☎ +676 25091 . Every second and last Mondays of each month, you can enjoy a two- or three-course meal for around T$30.

The students are really dedicated, and the food and the entertainment are well worth the money. A great opportunity to enjoy first class cuisine for a bargain while supporting local education. Most restaurants and eateries are closed on Sunday but there are a couple of Chinese restaurants which are open Sunday. Budget[ edit ] Pangaimotu Island. The closest of several islands off the north coast of Tongatapu. Single $60, double $90;Communal Fale: $35p/person; Camping: Tent Site: $10; Tent Hire: $5. Rates go down if you stay more than one night. Toni's Guest House. Basic, but highly rated, accommodation about 5km out of town. T$15-50 per person per night. Will arrange a kava night if you want to experience the local drink. [1] High Light Guest House , ☎ +676 50-143 . Four rooms in a house in the center of the island. T$50 for a double.

[dead link]The Hideaway , ☎ +676 50-255 , fax: +676 50-128, e-mail: hideawayeua@gmail.com . 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 , e-mail: tainasplace@gmail.com . On eight acres of land close to the rain forest. Camping T$20;dorm T$25; double T$55; family house T$100. Mid-range[ edit ] Ha'atafu Beach resort . Just ten fales or cottages at this laid back resort on the west of the island, with good snorkelling and surfing. A$70-90 per person for shared cottages, including dinner. Dateline Hotel (downtown Nuku'alofa on the seafront). Tonga's main hotel is presently closed and is being renovated by the Fijian-owned Tanoa chain. Friendly Islander Hotel.

Three km east of the center of Nuku'alofa, towards the wharf. 26 rooms, 12 of which are suites with two bedrooms. Usual amenities plus a squash court. Annoying web site with lots of pop-ups at [2] Sails Lodge and Restaurant. Opposite the mooring area for yachts on Nuku'alofa's sea front. Nine rooms, between T$90 and T$210. [3] [dead link] The Villa. Another sea front lodge, this one with just five rooms. NZ$147 for double occupancy. [4] Waterfront Lodge. . Eight rooms on the seafront in Nuku'alofa. Around T$200 for a double. Oceanside Guest House. . In Afa village to the east of the island. Six rooms at T$75 per room. Splurge[ edit ] Captain Cook Apartments. Just eight sizeable apartments here, on the sea front a few minutes from the centre of Nuku'alofa, west of the palace. T$200-250. Phone: +676 25600; Email: info@captaincook.to.

Fafa Island resort. Thirteen fales, or bungalows, on this small coral island with plenty of beach just to the north of Nuku'alofa. Expensive at around T$250 for a double fale per night. [5] Royal Sunset Island Resort is located on ‘Atata Island, a 100-acre island. It is a 30 minutes Boat Ride to the northwest of Nuku’alofa.The resort has around 20 fales and is located on the southern tip of 'Atata island, which has a village and two churches. Single or double T$250-330 a night. Little Italy Hotel. New hotel with 22 rooms on the seafront close to the Royal Palace in Nuku'alofa. T$200-260 for a double. Back rooms can be noisy. Popular restaurant with pizzas and pastas. [6] Royal Tonga International Hotel. New 78-roomed hotel close to the airport although why anyone would want to stay close to the airport is not clear. T$180-250 for a double.

[7] Stay safe[ edit ] Tongatapu is very safe but the usual travel precautions apply. Don't flash expensive cameras and jewelry and don't leave passports, money, clothes, etc. lying around in hotel rooms. If you're staying with locals (there is a good chance you'll be invited to stay at someone's home on Tongatapu) take your valuables with you during the day and secure them at night Tongan drivers are sometimes erratic so watch out. Asking for a helmet when you hire a bicycle is advisable. Dogs can be a nuisance especially in some areas outside of the capital. Water that crashes over the reefs into the lagoons is sucked back out again through gaps in the reefs. Be careful when snorkelling that you don't get caught in one of these channels of water heading for open sea or you could be seriously damaged by the coral. Connect[ edit ] There are several internet cafes in town. The Friend's Cafe is most expensive at about T$8 an hour and some places charge as low as T$2 an hour. Avoid inserting camera cards into the slots due to the risk of viruses. Use Skype to call overseas because it's about T$1 per minute if you buy a phone card.

Go next[ edit ] 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. 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. This city travel guide to Tongatapu is a usable article. It has information on how to get there and on restaurants and hotels.

An adventurous person could use this article, but please feel free to improve it by editing the page . TONGA, the graphic bus ride around its capital Nuku'alofa (Pacific Ocean) - YouTube TONGA, the graphic bus ride around its capital Nuku'alofa (Pacific Ocean) Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. Published on Nov 26, 2015 TONGA, bus in Nuku'alofa (Pacific Ocean): Let's go for a bus ride around Nuku'alofa, the capital city of Tonga in the South pacific and let's see how it feels to be sitting in one of these vehicles and riding around town with the door wide open.. Vic Stefanu, vstefanu@yahoo.com. Nukuʻalofa is the capital of the Kingdom of Tonga. It is located on the north coast of the island of Tongatapu, in the southernmost island group of Tonga.

Category Tonga travel guide - Wikitravel Understand[ edit ] There were pro-democracy riots in Nuku'alofa in November 2006 which left 8 people dead and large portions of the town centre flattened and burned. Tonga is one of the last absolute monarchies in the world and is based upon an essentially feudal system where the king disburses land and positions without recourse to any elected body. Although Tongan royalty is largely loved and revered by Tongans, younger people have an appetite for stronger accountability and a more modern constitution. An election was held in November 2010. This was planned to lead to a major reduction in the powers of the King and the land-owning nobility in favour of a more democratic form of governance. However, of the 26 seats in Parliament only 17 are elected, with the rest being allocated to the nobles. After some horse trading, it was a noble who emerged as the Prime Minister. Tonga has an economy with none of the corporate chain stores and with local small businesses providing all necessary goods and services.

Tourists were not a target during the riots and you will find Tonga a friendly and appealing place to visit although don't expect the same level of infrastructure as in more developed countries. Rebuilding after the riots in Nuku'alofa has been more or less completed and there are abundant tourism facilities. History[ edit ] The archipelago of "The Friendly Islands" was united into a Polynesian kingdom in 1845, becoming a constitutional monarchy in 1875. From 1900 to 1970, Tonga was a British protectorate, with the United Kingdom looking after its foreign affairs under a Treaty of Friendship. Tonga became a member of the Commonwealth of Nations after the protectorate ended. In 2010, Tonga took a decisive step towards becoming a fully functioning constitutional monarchy, after legislative reforms paved the way for its first partial representative elections. It is one of the few indigenous monarchies in the Pacific. Fua'amotu Airport (TBU) is on Tongatapu around half an hour from Nuku'alofa. Air New Zealand flies from Auckland five times weekly. Virgin Australia flies from Sydney and Auckland twice a week.

You can also arrive from Fiji ( Nadi and Suva ) on Fiji Airways , with connections from the USA, Hong Kong, Australia and Samoa. A crowd of local taxi drivers meets each incoming flight at the airport and they usually charge 40 pa'anga for a lift into Nuku'alofa. The Teta Tours and Toni's Tours mini-bus also meets flights and will deliver you to your hotel or guest house for TOP20. . By private boat[ edit ] Lots of people arrive by private yacht since Tonga, particularly Vava'u, is a common stop on the around-the-world circuit. Get around[ edit ] To get between island groups, you basically have to fly (or sail). Real Tonga Airline operates between the major islands, with flights from Tongatapu to 'Eua, Ha'apai, and Vava'u and from Vava'u to Niuafo’ou and Niuatoputapu. The flight from Tongatapu to 'Eua is, at eight minutes, said to be the world's shortest scheduled flight. Motorbikes, scooters and cycles can be rented on Tongatapu, Vava'u and Ha'apai.

On Tongatapu you can hire a car. There are also taxis. To get around the main island, Tongatapu, Teta Tours and Toni's guest house offer day tours of all the main tourist sights. The speed limit is usually 40km/h and this is stuck to by the local drivers. You're meant to also buy a local Tongan driving licence on top of your existing licence before you drive (TOP25). The roads are good in and around Nuku'alofa but deteriorate the further from the town and the further south you travel. Most cars in Tonga are in a terrible state, maintained on a budget and held together by a combination of 'Western Union' stickers and prayer. The low speed limit helps to keep accidents down. There are buses to various points on Tongatapu from Nuku'alofa although there are no timetables. Ha'amonga 'a Maui trilithon Talk[ edit ] Tongan is the most widely spoken language in Tonga. English is also widely understood because many of the high schools teach exclusively in English. Many Tongans when asked a question they are unsure of or don`t understand will reply with a "Yes".

In this case, ask a follow up question and if the reply is still "Yes", ask someone else. See[ edit ][ add listing ] Tongatapu. Tongatapu is Tonga's largest island with over two-thirds of the country's small population. It is a coral island surrounded by coral reefs. The capital, Nuku'alofa, on the north coast, has a relaxed air, despite the troubles of a few years ago. There are some interesting places to visit, such as ancient tombs and coastal blowholes, and some nice beaches with good snorkelling. Tongatapu also provides a good opportunity to view a unique culture. There are several small islands to the north of Tongatapu that have been developed into resorts. Nuku'alofa has good quality accommodation as well as guest houses within range of the backpacker. 'Eua. '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. There are a few small guest houses. Vava'u. Vava’u is a group of more than 50 islands, about 150 miles north of Tongatapu. They are either raised coral limestone or coral atolls. The beautiful harbour opposite the main town of Neiafu is a common destination for yachties sailing the South Pacific, attracting about 500 yachts every season. The waters of the islands are known for their clarity. The area attracts many humpback whales between June and November and there are organised tours to see them. Other things to do include diving, renting a yacht, kayaking; game fishing and kite surfing. There are some good walks on the main island. There are many places to stay both in the capital Neiafu and on the outlying islands. Niuafo'ou Island from space Ha'apai. Ha'apai is a group of about 60 islands, south of the Vava'u group and north of Tongatapu. Only 20 islands are constantly inhabited.

This is where the Mutiny on the Bounty occurred in 1789. The total population is approximately 5,500. There are plenty of sandy beaches plus good diving and snorkelling and the opportunity to see some whales. Ha'apai offers the whole range of accommodation, from budget to upmarket resort. Ha'apai Lulunga is the southern cluster of the Ha'apai group. To visit here you must get off the ship in Ha'afeva, usually in the middle of the night! Many motor boats cluster around the ship's loading platform and you have to jump onto one of the boats as they sway up and down on waves. Babies and supplies are thrown across the gap to waiting arms like rugby balls. Just about any boat with space will take you back to Ha'afeva (about a 40 minute ride) you may or may not be charged a small fee depending on how friendly you are with the skipper. Most likely you will be invited to stay with someone on the boat during your ride, so make sure you like the person, once you are staying with them it would cause the family to lose face if you go stay with someone else.

Ha'afeva is a lovely island with a medium sized village on the harbour side. The back side of the island (referred to as 'Liku' on all the islands) is pristine beaches and forest. You could camp just about anywhere near the sea as the whole shoreline is designated as govt. nature preserve. there are usually 2 or 3 trails that meander back to different areas of liku shoreline on all the Lulunga islands. You will see fascinating coral rock formations and cliffs, pristine sand beaches and forest right down to the water in places. Papayas, mangoes, guavas, lemon and sour oranges, Sour-sop, rose apple (fekika) and Jengkol (indoneseian) (ifi nuts in Tonga), candle-nuts festoon the littoral forest. especially mango trees, perhaps seeds were long ago strewn by some Tongan Johnny Appleseed. Other islands in the subgroup around Ha'afeva are Matuku, Kotu, Tu'unga, O'ua, Fotuha'a. O'ua is elevated and surrounded by breathtaking cliffs. Kotu is closest to the volcanic islands of Kao and Tofua.

and has pristine beaches on the northwest liku. Tungua is likewise a fascinating assortment of lovely deserted beaches. Transport between all islands is relatively easy especially on Sunday when families circulate back and forth between the various islands. You would do well to have some Tongan language under your belt but people are exceedingly friendly and accommodating. each island has an island primary school and teachers are relatively fluent in English should you need help. A hosital is located on Ha'afeva, the most developed of the group. None of the islands have electricity or roads. get around on foot or horseback. Basic foods are available at small shops. The Niuas. The Niuas are reachable by weekly flights from Vava’u. Niuatoputapu is 240km north of Vava’u and has a population of around 1400. It has beautiful white beaches, particularly on the north-west side of the island. Niuafo’ou is the northernmost island of Tonga. It is known as Tin Can island from the fact that in earlier times mail was delivered and picked up by strong swimmers who would retrieve packages sealed up in a biscuit tin and thrown overboard from passing ships.

Niuafo’ou is the tip of an underwater volcano. The last eruption was in 1946, after which the whole island was evacuated for ten years. Accommodation on both islands is limited. Do[ edit ][ add listing ] Apart from a few historical sites on Tongatapu most things to do in Tonga reflect its island nature. Diving, snorkelling, fishing, boat trips, kayaking and kite surfing are all possible. There are some lovely beaches if you just want to laze around. Tonga has some good restaurants and this is the place to come if you like lobster. Take time to learn a little about Tonga's fairly feudal culture and its many traditions. Go to church. Even if you are not religious the singing can be very moving. Watch tapa cloth being made from mulberry bark and try a drink of kava, the traditional drink, which is a mild narcotic. Buy[ edit ][ add listing ] The national currency is the Pa'anga (ISO symbolisation: TOP), often called the Tongan dollar and sometimes abbreviated to "T$" in English.

Denominations are 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50 seniti coins and 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50 and 100 Pa'anga banknotes. Although Tonga is a developing country, prices for many things are comparable to or slightly greater than New Zealand or Australia. Most of what you eat, apart from fish, lobsters, roots and tubers, fruits and vegetables will have been imported. A good meal out will cost TOP30-50, a beer in a restaurant or bar costs about TOP5-6, hiring a car is about TOP50-60 a day and cigarettes are TOP7-8 for a pack of 25. In February 2015, GBP1 = TOP3.09 Tongan tapa Tapa. Tapa cloth is made from the bulk of the paper mulberry tree. Although tapa is found throughout Polynesia, Tonga is the only country where it is still a part of daily life. The bark is stripped from the tree trunk and the outer bark is then scraped off from the inner bark and discarded.

The inner bark is first dried in the sun before being soaked. It is then beaten into strips of 25cm using wooden mallets. The continuous beats of the tapa mallet are still a common sound in Tongan villages. The narrow strips are then beaten together into a wider sheet and decorated. Drink[ edit ][ add listing ] The legal drinking age is 18. Tonga is lively well into the evening, generally becoming suddenly very quiet at around 23:00. Expect to see people walking around until late. Beer and liquor are available from many outlets, including Fijian, Australian and New Zealand imports to complement the local brews. If you are keen to check out native drink, try Kava (something like liquid novacaine) at least once. The local beer is called Ikale and is sold in 330mL bottles in most restaurants and bars (TOP4.50-5). Or you can buy the same bottles from one of the many 'Chinese' roadside shops or a supermarket for TOP2 or less. Imported beers are mainly from Australia although there are also some from Europe. Most are sold in 330mL cans or bottles.

Sleep[ edit ][ add listing ] There is a wide range of accommodation in Tonga, ranging from luxurious to budget. Most have relatively few rooms, though. Tourism Tonga's, Visitor Information Centre has a full listing. See the detailed listings on the pages for Tongatapu , Vava'u and Ha'apai . Budget[ edit ] Friendly Islander Hotel [4] offers self-contained 1 or 2 room accommodation at competitive prices for short or long term stays. It is located on the waterfront along Vuna Road, across the road from sea pool. Work[ edit ] If you don't work you don't eat. Tongans don't want to hear that it's hard on the coral beaches lined with palm trees and emerald lagoons. There are many opportunities for skilled trades from the streets to the shops, in the schools to the churches and yes from the markets to the office. This is a hot spot for skilled navigators spanning throughout 169 villages and 150 islands. Some major exports include Vanilla, handcraft and speciality pumpkins grown for export to Japan.

Other agriculture sectors include root crops like taro, tapioca, sweet potatoes, yams, coconuts, bananas, mangoes, papayas, pineapples, watermelons and even peanuts. If you are on a visitor's visa, you cannot be involved with business or take up employment while in Tonga. You also cannot take courses from an educational institution. It is mostly illegal to try to change a visitor's visa into a visa that allows for employment, so if you intend to have a job while in Tonga, make sure you have an employment visa in advance. Apply for your visa at least one month in advance. If you are already in Tonga and would like to extend it, contact the immigration department one month in advance about the extension. While employment visas are technically available, the immigration department will probably be reluctant to granted you one as Tonga has a high unemployment rate, and would prefer that jobs be taken up by Tongan citizens as opposed to outsiders. If you're coming to Tonga for humanitarian or volunteer work, you need an employment visa for that.

Stay safe[ edit ] One thing to remember when going for a swim is that there are many sharp corals near the beach, especially near Tongatapu and PangaiMotu. It is a good idea to wear a cheap pair of sandals while in the water. There are jelly fish and they do sting! They are also hard to see. It is a good idea to have a bottle of vinegar handy in your bag to help treat any stings. As a conservative Christian nation, male homosexuality is illegal, and can be punishable by up to 10 years imprisonment and whipping. Stay healthy[ edit ] There is no malaria in Tonga. Tonga, along with other countries in the South Pacific, is experiencing an outbreak of the Zika Virus. Exercise the usual caution when snorkelling as the coral can be dangerous. Respect[ edit ] Tonga is a very conservative Christian nation. Over 90% of the population belong to a Christian denomination or sect, with the Free Wesleyan Church of Tonga (a Methodist denomination) being the official religion and adhered to by around one-third of the population. A further third are adherents of Mormonism or Roman Catholicism, and most of the rest adhere to a variety of Protestant denominations.

As one would expect, Sunday is strongly revered - the vast majority of the population will attend religious services, very few shops will be open and there is very little to do. Hotels will be open, as will some restaurant and beach resorts, although mainly to serve expats and tourists. Small shops, including, in Nuku'alofa, a popular bakery, may open later on Sunday afternoon. Many of the church services are very enjoyable. Strike up a friendship with some locals and you will have no problems finding an enjoyable Sunday experience. TV stations close or play Christian shows on Sundays. Radio stations will also play religious material on Sundays. To compensate, the cinema in Nuku'alofa usually has a screening just after midnight on Monday morning. For maximum respect, keep your ankles covered (both men and women). Men, keep your shirt on everywhere except at the beach. Topless men off cruise liners have been arrested and held until after the ship has left!

Nuku alofa Map | Map of Nuku alofa City, Tonga Christian Point of interest Eua Island, The Tongan National Cultural Centre, Kolovai (Find They are Pacific Flying Foxes, a species of fruit bat), Mu’a, Talamahu Market, Ha’amonga‘a Maui About City : Nuku alofa is the capital city of the Kingdom of Tonga and has a population of over 24,000. It is the administrative and commercial center as well as the chief port of the country. Tongan and English are the prevalent languages here. The first Europeans to set foot upon these islands were the Dutch who arrived in the year 1616. British explorer James Cook discovered these islands in 1773 and in the year 1900, Tonga signed a Treaty of Friendship with Britain. It is one of the very few countries which were not a colonized by the Imperial Nations. Nuku’alofa was officially established as the capital of the country in the year 1875. The Treaty of Friendship with British ended in the year 1970 and the country joined the Commonwealth of Nations during the same year.

Geography : Nuku’alofa is located along the north coast of the Tongatapu Island and covers an area of over 82 sq km. It has an average elevation of 3 m and the island is entirely built of coral. How to Reach (Transport) : Nuku’alofa is served by the Fua’amotu International Airport which is located 35 km away from the city. Airlines like Air New Zealand and Fiji Airways operate flights to and from cities of Auckland, Nadi, Sydney and Suva. The city is also accessible by boats and this is the single deep-harbor on this island. Several boats are operated to and from ‘Eua, Ha’apai and Vava’u. Inside the city, the easiest way to move around is by walking. Cars are easily available for hire and are extremely useful in moving in and around the town. A cheaper way of traveling across the various sites around the city would be to use the vast network of buses available all over. Taxis and bicycles are other means of transport around the city. When to Visit : Nuku’alofa features a tropical climate with distinct dry and wet seasons.

The months between December and April constitute the wet season marked by constant rainfall. Temperatures all throughout the year ranges between 15 degree Celsius and 30 degree Celsius. The best time to visit is between May and November when the climate is relatively drier. July to September is the best time to go whale watching, a very popular activity in the area. Fairs and Festivals : The most important festival celebrated here is the Heilala Festival. Beginning on the 4th of July, it is an annual weeklong festival celebrating the King’s birthday. Festivities include dancing, feasting and parades. Heilala, the country’s national flower coincidentally blooms at this time of the year only. The capital also celebrates the traditional Christian festivals of Christmas and Easter with much grandeur. Points of Interest (Places to Visit) : The town is surrounded by several beautiful beaches and archaeological ruins. The following are the must see places in and around Nuku’alofa: British High Commissioner’s Residence, located near the Royal Palace, is a classic example of colonial architecture. The cannons captured from Port au Prince in the 19th century are the prime attractions here.

The Royal Tombs, also called Mala’ekula, is the burial site of the royal family of the country. It was built in 1893 and is located in the center of the city. The Free Church of Tonga, founded in 1885, is the official state church of the country. The Royal Palace, located at the northwest of the city, was founded in 1867. It is the official address of the King and is not open to public viewing but makes a very magnificent sight from afar. Nuku’alofa Tonga Temple, located to the south of the capital, covers an area of over 20,000 sq m. It is the only Latter-Day Saints Temple in the country. Other places to visit in this city are the Vuna Wharf, Treasury Building, Mt. Zion and the St. Anthony Basilica. Accommodation : Nuku’alofa has several accommodation options which include luxury boutique hotels, cheaper motels, bed & breakfasts, inns, guest houses and vacation apartments. Most of the popular options have beach front properties. Royal Tonga International Hotel is one of the few exceptions and is located near the airport.

It is a luxury hotel offering top class amenities. Other luxury hotels include the Fafa Island Resort and Little Italy Hotel, both located near the beach and possessing marvelous views along with the usual luxury services. Royal Sunset Island Resort is one of the most popular luxury choices here. It is 30 minutes away by boat and covers an area of 100 acres of the ‘Atata Island. Cheaper choices include Waterfront Lodge, Dateline Hotel, Oceanside Guest House, Black Pearl Suites, Seaview Lodge and Captain Cook Apartments. Last Updated : June 30, 2015

Question: Which country has Nukualofa, on the island of Tonjatabu, as its capital?
Answer: Tonga