Tofua Volcano
Tofua
An active volcanic island in western Haʻapai. Its crater holds a freshwater lake and the still-steaming Lofia cone, and the Bounty mutiny took place in the waters nearby.
Tofua is an active volcanic island about 500 meters high, with a crater roughly 4 km across at the summit. Inside the crater lie a freshwater lake and the still-steaming Lofia cone. After the mutiny on the Bounty in 1789, Captain Bligh and the men set adrift in a small boat first landed here. After clashing with islanders, they began their famous voyage. The trip from Pangai takes about 3-4 hours by boat, and visitors usually join a one- or two-day expedition that includes camping. The climb and return take about half a day. The trail is steep, and there are no facilities. Weather strongly affects sailings, so book ahead and keep your plans flexible.
Opening hours
Requires joining an expedition tour
Nearby sights
- Kao Volcano
- Uoleva Island
- ʻUiha Island
- Swim with Humpback Whales in Ha'apai
- Lifuka Island by Bicycle
- Velata Mound Fortress
- Shirley Baker Monument
- Pangai