Nuapapu Island
Nuapapu
An inhabited island in the southwest of the group, home to Mariner's Cave. Its surrounding reefs and anchorages are popular with snorkellers and whale-watching tours.
Nuapapu has a small village, and Mariner's Cave lies beneath the cliffs on the island's northwest shore. The waters around the island show distinct layers of colour, and many whale-watching and island-hopping tours schedule lunch and snorkelling in this area. Sailing guests can anchor nearby and take a small boat ashore to visit the village and learn about traditional rural life in Tonga. It is best to obtain the villagers' permission before visiting.
Opening hours
Boat-based tours
Nearby sights
- Mariner's Cave
- Hunga Lagoon
- Swallows' Cave
- Swim with Humpback Whales
- Port Maurelle, Kapa Island
- 'Euakafa Island
- Taunga Island
- Vava'u Sailing Grounds