Tonga

Tonga is the Pacific’s only remaining indigenous monarchy and is famous for humpback whale encounters.

Country

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Guide type Country

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Why go

Capital: Nukuʻalofa

Currency: Tongan Paʻanga (TOP)

Languages: Tongan & English

Best time: May–Oct

Weather: Tropical maritime; warm year-round

Top attractions: Nukuʻalofa • Vavaʻu • Haʻapai • Mapuʻa ʻa Vaea Blowholes • ʻEua

Nature: coral islands • volcanic islands • reefs • beaches • marine ecosystems

Quick fact: Tonga is the Pacific’s only remaining indigenous monarchy and is famous for humpback whale encounters.