This 8 day green eco adventure tour gives you 5 opportunities for a magical humpback whale encounter! You will be delighted with the service in every way including the handling of your domestic flights, detailed itineraries, what to expect and not expect, transfers, meals and snorkeling equipment. You will learn “how to swim with whales“, as it is an important part of the program. Every step of the way is guided so you feel joyous and comfortable on this amazing bucket-list worthy experience in Tonga.
We prefer group sizes of only 8 guests per tour in order to ensure maximized personal interaction with the whales. The accommodation includes incredible beachfront bungalows that open to the most incredible snorkeling reef in the world.
The islands of Ha’apai is a wonderful place to have a humpback whale encounter. This is due to the fact that there are only a handful of operators here compared to other high tourism neighboring islands. This makes for peaceful times in the ocean with these beautiful creatures. It is not likely you will see other boats on the water which adds to your secluded island getaway. Thus, the time that you spend with the humpback whales will be gentle and non-invasive, minimizing any potential stress to them.
This environmentally conscious company only offers “green eco-tours” in Tonga that take people out to watch and swim with these giants of the ocean. They promote responsible dolphin and whale watching worldwide and abide by the set rules and regulations.
Trip Includes:
1 night in Tongatapu pre tour
Return inter island flights
7 nights beachfront accommodation Ha’apai
5 days out on the boat swimming with whales
All main meals Cultural island dinner and dance night
Kayaking
All transfers
Escorted tour
Trip Cost Excludes:
Airfare
Travel Insurance
Optional Extras:
Beach horse riding
Scuba Diving
School visit (time permitting)
Tongan church experience
Accommodation
The fales are situated in a beachfront tropical garden setting. The comfortably furnished rooms have tiled floors and each fale has a private terrace with a view of the crystal clear Pacific Ocean. Fales may be configured with two twin beds or one king-sized bed and each has it’s own table and chairs, fan, wardrobe and tea and coffee making facilities. Spacious ensuite bathrooms have a large washbasin, toilet and a large, fully tiled shower. There is solar powered hot water with good water pressure.
You might be lucky enough to watch whales from the dining area as you eat your meals in front on this spectacular view.
Retreat Dates
Yearly: July thru October
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Itinerary
DAY 1 - Arrival
Arrive in Tongatapu anytime
Tanoa Dateline Hotel
Twin share
DAY 2
Transfer to the domestic airport for your island flight to Ha'apai
Transfer from Ha'apai airport to Sandy Beach Resort
Rest
Twin share
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 3
Whale swimming approx 6 hours
Sandy Beach Resort
Afternoon activities or rest
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 4
Whale swimming approx 6 hours
Sandy Beach Resort
Afternoon activities or rest
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 5
Whale swimming approx 6 hours
Sandy Beach Resort
Afternoon activities or rest
Cultural Show and Dinner
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 6
Whale swimming approx 6 hours
Sandy Beach Resort
Afternoon activities or rest
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 7
Sunday is a day of rest
Sandy Beach Resort
Possible church visit
Free day
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 8
Whale swimming approx 6 hours
Sandy Beach Resort
Afternoon activities or rest
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 9
Final Day
Return to Tongatapu by plane
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Retreat Dates
Yearly: July thru October
Check dates for Availability