Cruises in Tonga

MV Oleanda (Coral Islands Cruises)
Oleanda, the 129-foot luxury cruising ship is the first vessel to operate exclusively in Tongan waters. It offers 19 double cabins and a large royal suite with a separate sitting room. All cabins are air-conditioned and have private facilities.

There is restaurant and bar onboard, and a large sundeck for relaxing and great views. Cruise the crystalline warm waters with clear skies and balmy ocean breezes from Vava'u to Ha'apai to Tongatapu—what a great way to see all of Tonga!

Because of the relatively small size of the ship and the shallow draft, you will cruise safely among the coral islands and visit gorgeous uninhabited islets and untouched coral reefs for beachcombing, swimming, snorkeling and scuba diving. 

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Between July and November, you can spot large pods of humpback whales! If you don't dive, hop onboard the ship's glass-bottom boat to view the colorful reef life.

There are two cruises, with a 4 day and a 7 day itinerary. Every Coral Island Cruise includes all meals on board, shore excursions, snorkelling, coral viewing and entertainment.

The 7-day cruise travels the whole length of the islands, departing from Nuku'alofa, the capital city on the island of Tongatapu, and concluding in Vava'u or vice versa. Visit many stunningly beautiful locations, local villages, enjoy watersports or just relax. 

Traditional umu feast with Tongan dancing by the villagers will be a unique and cherished experience. For a shorter cruise, the 4-day Vava'u Archipelago itinerary will show you the picturesque magic of the northern islands, and includes visits to marine caves and villages

Plus… 

For the fourth night you may stay on board the MV Oleanda in the beautiful Port of Refuge Bay in Neiafu free, complimentary breakfast included. Disembark vessel by 10.00 a.m. Tuesday.
  • Vava'u Islands Cruise - 4 days/3 nights departing most Fridays at 12 noon

    • Board vessel by 12 noon - Neiafu Harbour, Vava'u (take an early morning flights from Nuku'alofa to Vava'u, or stay the night before on Vava'u (see  Hotels & Resorts)

    • Return to Neiafu on Monday at 3.00pm

    • All meals, morning and afternoon teas, shore excursions and snorkelling equipment are included in tariff. Fully licensed bar available on board at reasonable rates.

  • Discover Tonga Cruise - 7days/6 nights departing every six weeks on Friday at 12 noon

    • Board vessel by 12 noon (take an early morning flights from Nuku'alofa to Vava'u, or stay the night before on Vava'u (see  Hotels & Resorts)

    • Disembark in Nuku'alofa/Neiafu at 2.00 p.m. Thursday

    • All meals, morning and afternoon teas, shore excursions and snorkelling equipment are included in tariff. Fully licensed bar available on board at reasonable rates.

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