Ready for some winter relaxation?
25th August to 1st September 2027
Whether you are an avid scuba diver or a snorkeller looking for a breathtaking encounter, this trip offers something truly extraordinary. Prepare to swim alongside the majestic giants of the deep and explore thriving reef systems of Tongatapu
Tonga holiday just 3 hours flight time from Auckland
Tongatapu offers an easy, unpretentious South Pacific escape combining Polynesian culture, historical landmarks, and rugged coastal beauty without heavy commercial tourism.
August and September brings cooler, drier weather with average air temperatures around 24°C to 26°C and sea temperatures of 23°C to 24°C.
The combination of volcanic origins and uplifted limestone has carved out spectacular landscapes across the islands. Join us whilst we explore together.
Our Tonga dive trip 2027 includes;
Two days out on the water looking for humpback whales and having a swim with the whales if they are receptive to us. Leaving at around 7.30am and travelling at a slow, calm and unhurried pace of 8 knots an hour we will search for the whales. We return around 2pm.
Three days of scuba diving Tonga reefs with a total of six dives. Explore the hard corals and steep walls of this pacific haven.
We recommend a 3mm to 5mm full suit. Bring a windproof jacket or poncho for in between the water activities as the wind can cool you down.
A half day guided tour of the Western side of the island, visiting, Tsunami Rock, Mapu’a Vaea blowholes, the Flying foxes at Kolovai village and the landing site of Abel Tasman.
Trip Dates & Pricing
| Price (NZD) | |
|---|---|
| Divers | From $5,578 |
| Non-divers/Snorkelers | From $4,411 |
| Trip Dates: 25th August – 1st September 2027 |
Upgrade to a Single Superior room – for an additional $1,608.00
What’s Included
- Return flights from Auckland Airport with Air New Zealand
7 Nights’ twin | double share accommodation in an superior room at the Tanoa International Hotel including airport transfers
Breakfast at the hotel. Lunch on boat days
- Two days whale watching/swimming (260USD per trip)
Tonga scuba diving package includes 6 dives over three days (2 dives a day). Tank and weights included
- 2.5hr tour of West Nuku Alofa. Includes: Guide and transfers
Scuba diving in Tongatapu
What are the reefs like at Tongatapu?
Hard Coral Plateaus & Canyons
You will see fields of massive porites (boulder corals), intricate staghorn thickets, and sprawling table corals.
The Marine Life: These hard coral gardens are home to hundreds of species of smaller reef fish. You will find large communities of anemonefish (clownfish), parrotfish, triggerfish, and neon damselfish darting through the structures.
Sheer limestone cliffs decorated with large sea fans, deep overhangs, and swim-throughs carved out by ancient volcanic and wave action
The Marine Life: These edges are where the pelagic action happens. It is highly common to see grey reef sharks, white tip reef sharks, eaglerays green sea turtles cruising the walls. Large schools of barracuda and trevally frequently patrol the current-heavy points.
Our accommodation at the Tanoa International Dateline Hotel
The waterfront hotel in Tonga is well equipped to make everyone at home, and they are proud to offer a hotel that stands out amongst the many in Nuku’alofa.
The friendly, quality 4.5-star accommodation will ensure a relaxing and memorable stay on this beautiful South Pacific isle. Tongatapu Island accommodation doesn’t get much better than this!
You can enjoy high-speed internet in every room, a large swimming pool and sun loungers exclusively for the use of the guests, a fully equipped gym where you can work out, dry cleaning and laundry facilities, and a tour desk to help you plan out your stay. You can’t go wrong with this Tongatapu accommodation that has all you need to feel at home away from home.
Things to know
- Entry Requirements: New Zealand passport holders do not need a visa for short tourist stays, but your passport must be valid for at least six months.
- Currency: Tongan Paʻanga (TOP), though cash is preferred at local markets and small shops.
- Take normal travel precautions when eating and drinking – tap water is not safe to drink unless boiled or chemically treated. Drinking water is purified at major hotels and restaurants.
- Kiwi plug sockets
- We recommend taking light, casual clothing. However please be aware that the country’s culture and religion call for a more conservative dress code. Please consider this if you are planning on participating in above-water activities.
Payment details.
Payment will go directly to our partner travel company.
Deposit : NZD $ 1300.00 pp (Non-refundable)
Instalment : NZD $ 1500.00 pp (02 February 2027)
Final Payment : 18 June 2027
What to bring
Drink bottle – reduce the single use plastic
Reef friendly sunblock
3mm to 5mm wetsuit.
Camera
Travel dates
25th August 2027 Fly Auckland to Tonga
NZ0970 @ 10:45. Times may change
1st September 2027 Fly from Tongatapu to Auckland
NZ0971 @ 15:50 Times may change
Not included;
- Lunches on when not on the Tonga Whale Watching or Tonga scuba diving boat trips
- Evening meals
- Travel insurance
Cancellation policy
Should you wish to cancel your booking, all cancellations need to be advised in writing to Dive Adventures and the following conditions will / may apply:
a) Bookings cancelled at any time after confirmation are subject to the forfeit of deposit, including any additional deposits required by suppliers.
b) In addition to this fee are any charges made by the hotel, tour operator, or other principal. This can amount to up to 100% of total land arrangement costs, particularly when cancelling tours and other arrangements after the final payment due date.
It is highly recommended that Travel Insurance is taken at the time a deposit is paid, as this may prevent you having to pay these fees, if cancellation is due to circumstances beyond your control. Any refunds due will be available to you after we receive the monies from the airline operator involved
