Experience whales in Ha’apai & City Stay – TONGA
(7 night package from $3429 pp, includes return flights!)
Swimming with whales in Ha’apai is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that allows you to encounter humpback whales in their natural environment. Ha’apai, an island group in the Kingdom of Tonga, is one of the best places in the world to swim with these majestic creatures.
Prices (Per Person, Twin Share):
Sydney: from $3,429pp twin share
Melbourne: from $3,779pp twin share
Brisbane: from $3,779pp twin share
Your Holiday Includes:
- Return economy airfares to Tonga (including checked luggage, meals & drinks)
- Return domestic airfares from Tongatapu to Ha’apai
- Return shared airport transfers in Tongatapu & Ha’apai
- 3 nights at Seaview Lodge, Tongatapu in a Standard Room
Light breakfast daily
FREE Wi-FI
BONUS East Coast Historical & Anahulu Cultural Tour
BONUS West Coast Island Scenic Tour - 4 nights at Matafonua Lodge in a Standard Fale with Shared Bathroom Facilities*
Continental breakfast daily
Use of bikes and kayaks
BONUS Whale Watching & Swimming tour including use of mask, snorkel, fins & wetsuit, drinks & snacks
FREE Wi-Fi at main house
Book by: 31 August 2025
Our team can assist you with extending your stay or any additional requests.
Please note: prices are subject to availability at the time of booking and may change or be withdrawn at any time without notice
Itinerary
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Highlights
- Once-in-a-lifetime Whale Swim Tour – Guided tour with full snorkel gear & wetsuits included
- 3 nights at Seaview Lodge, Tongatapu in a Standard Room
- 4 Nights at Matafonua Lodge, Ha’apai – Stay in a traditional Tongan fale
- FREE Wi-FI
- BONUS East Coast Historical & Anahulu Cultural Tour
- BONUS West Coast Island Scenic Tour
- Eco-Adventure Activities – Free use of bikes and kayaks in Ha’apai
- FREE Wi-Fi at main house
Inclusions
- Return economy airfares to Tonga (including checked luggage, meals & drinks)
- Return domestic airfares from Tongatapu to Ha’apai
- Return shared airport transfers in Tongatapu & Ha’apai
Exclusions
- Travel Insurance
Fine Print
- Prices are subject to availability
- Fare includes all taxes and port charges
- Travel insurance not included; customers are advised to purchase appropriate cover after booking
- Itinerary is subject to change without notice
- Visas/ESTA’s are not included
All travellers must have a valid passport for international travel and many countries require at least 6 months validity from the date of return and some countries require a machine-readable passport.
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TRAVEL ADVICE: We recommend that you contact the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade or visit their website at www.smartraveller.gov.au for general travel advice, as well as specific advice (including safety alert levels) relating to the destination you wish to visit. You can also register your travel plans with DFAT, so that you may be more easily contacted in an emergency.
Terms and conditions: Prices are per person, twin share, inclusive of pre-payable taxes and subject to availability at time of booking for new bookings only. Prices correct as of 20 March 2025. International flights are with Qantas on select days of the week, direct from Sydney. Departures from Melbourne and Brisbane are via Sydney. Valid for sales and travel as specified. Blackout dates & seasonal surcharges do apply during peak periods as availability becomes limited. All prices are subject to change at any time without notice. Conditions, amendment and cancellation fees apply. Free nights & discounts are already included in costs. *Matafonua Lodge has traditional Tongan-style fales; rustic and basic in look they have electric lights and power points to charge devices; bathrooms are shared with solar hot water. *Whale Watching tour only operates July to October; whales are wild animals and sightings are not guaranteed; availability during whale season is limited, book early to ensure you don’t miss out. Travel insurance is strongly recommended. ABN 61 087 521 355.
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