Getting here
There are flights most days from Auckland to Tongatapu with Air New Zealand (flight time 3 hours). There are also several flights per week with Air Pacific and Pacific Blue. Please check with your travel agent for the best options from your location. Our one domestic airline, Chathams Pacfic, take you on the scenic flight above the coral islands and the deep blue sea from Nuku’alofa to Ha'apai – book via their website www.chathamspacific.com or contact Rising Sun Travel if you would like assistance with your bookings – lalique@kalianet.to.
Climate
Tonga has a relatively mild climate. In winter (July - September), temperatures are between 23 and 30°C. Winter is the drier season with south east trade winds. In summer (December - April), temperatures are between 25 and 33°C.
Useful Information
Language: Tongan and English are the official languages.
Currency: The currency is the Tonga Dollar (Pa'anga).
We will accept New Zealand Dollars, Australian Dollars and US Dollars
Health: No inoculations are prescribed. Malaria does not exist, however, Dengue Fever is currently prevalent and a good mosquito repellant is essential.
Voltage: 240V / 60 Hz, the same adapter is used as for Australia and New Zealand.