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Kingdom of Tonga OCE AN I A
Be greeted with ‘malo e leilei’ (hello) as you sail to the dazzling shores of the Kingdom of Tonga. Since Captain James Cook arrived in 1773 and named the archipelago the ‘Friendly Islands’, this unspoiled paradise and its inhabitants have remained as welcoming as ever. In July, calmer waters and excellent visibility provide the perfect diving conditions, with sea turtles, manta rays and spinner dolphins riding its softly lapping waves. We can organise for you to meet with our whale scientists to search for the migrating humpbacks or dive to a shipwreck in Neiafu Harbour for the bizarre-looking wobbegong shark and batfish. This tiny and unpolished archipelago is flourishing in the vast Pacific Ocean, sitting relatively untouched from the outside world. Aboard your private yacht, you can enjoy uninterrupted skyline views and a wealth of water-based activities along its craggy coastline. Government-protected marine reserves and island parks make the Kingdom of Tonga a truly pristine environment and one that is not to be missed. Explore its colourful coral gardens and lagoons for tropical fish and vibrant gorgonian fans, before venturing inland for hidden caves and freshly caught seafood as the sun dips toward the horizon.
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