Search Over 9,000 Cruises

Departure Port Clear
Date of Departure Clear

Remote and untouched, the island group of Vava`u is a true masterpiece of the Kingdom of Tonga.

Surrounded by glorious, aquamarine waters, it boasts a warm climate all year round, making it the perfect destination for cruisers. Explore white sand beaches, lush tropical rainforests and hidden seaside caves, before diving into the depths of the surrounding reefs. A variety of unique flora and fauna call these islands home and are just waiting for you to discover and explore them.

Paradise is a hard place to come by, but places like the islands of Vava’u come pretty close and simply cannot be missed on any Pacific Islands cruise.

What to Explore
Expand

Whale Watching and Swimming

If you are cruising between mid-to-late July and late October you may be in for a treat. Whale watching is a common past time on the islands during these times, with the humpback whales making their yearly migratory journey past Vava’u.

Celebrate nature’s gentle giants with a once in a lifetime swimming experience with them…an experience that is quite unique to this area, with Tonga being one of only three places in the world that you can swim with whales.

Surfing, Snorkelling and Diving

Crystal clear water, high visibility and over 100 species of stunning marine creatures make diving and snorkeling an absolute must in Vava´u. Swim amongst humpback whales, giant clams and sea turtles, and explore the depths of the ocean where you will find untouched underwater caves and historic and intricate wreck sites.

Surfing is another popular past time, with fantastic breaks and stunning outlooks guaranteed to have you wishing you could stay longer.

Temperatures
Expand

Average Temperatures

  • January: 22 to 30°C
  • February: 22 to 30°C
  • March: 22 to 30°C
  • April: 21 to 29°C
  • May: 20 to 27°C
  • June: 20 to 27°C
  • July: 20 to 26°C
  • August: 20 to 27°C
  • September: 20 to 26°C
  • October: 20 to 28°C
  • November: 20 to 28°C
  • December: 20 to 30°C

Dining
Expand

Dining Suggestions

Vava’u may be small, but it’s buzzing with a unique array of cafes, restaurants and secluded bars.

Places like Ovava, The Mango Café and the Aquarium Café are very popular, offering fast and delicious cuisine for all tastes. Specialising in a range of seafood, visitors to the restaurants of Vava’u can expect delicacies like lobsters, oysters and all kinds of fish, all guaranteed fresh, straight from the ocean.

Bring to Shore
Expand

What to bring to shore?

Snorkelling, diving gear and surf boards are widely available on the islands, so ensure you bring your swimming gear and a towel.

Essentials like sun protection and safe drinking water should also be included in your day bag, along with credit cards and any spending money you wish to use.

Docking
Expand

Docking

Your cruise ship will anchor in the main harbour, with moorings and locations of delicate reefs identified before anchoring. There are also some good anchor spots on either the western or eastern side of the islands.

On the right is a photo of the Swallow Caves on Vava`u Island.

Information
Expand

General Information

Capital: Naïf

Electricty: 240 volts with three-pin plugs (same as Australia and New Zealand).

Currency: Pa'anga

Time: UTC+13

Showing 0 - 6 of 6 cruises.

Showing 0 - 6 of 6 cruises.

Display

Cruises From Australia

Prices displayed as per person.

Map Brand Departing Duration Itinerary Twin Quad See Details
4th January 2026
Islands Of The South Pacific: Sydney To Auckland
SYDNEY
7 ship reviews
28 Nights - ms Noordam
28 Nights
SYDNEY Departing
ms Noordam Ship
Prices from $13029 pp
-
-
-
HA
04 Jan 2026
28 Nights

Islands Of The South Pacific: Sydney To Auckland

28 Nights, ms Noordam (N610) SYDNEY, 04 Jan 2026
4th January 2026
Sydney To Sydney
SYDNEY
7 ship reviews
42 Nights - ms Noordam
42 Nights
SYDNEY Departing
ms Noordam Ship
Prices from $18589 pp
-
-
-
HA
04 Jan 2026
42 Nights

Sydney To Sydney

42 Nights, ms Noordam (N610A) SYDNEY, 04 Jan 2026
15th March 2026
Sydney To Seattle
SYDNEY
7 ship reviews
36 Nights - ms Noordam
36 Nights
SYDNEY Departing
ms Noordam Ship
Prices from $12459 pp
-
-
-
HA
15 Mar 2026
36 Nights

Sydney To Seattle

36 Nights, ms Noordam (N618) SYDNEY, 15 Mar 2026

International Cruises

Prices displayed as per person.

Map Brand Departing Duration Itinerary Twin Quad See Details
24th September 2025
Vancouver To San Diego
VANCOUVER
0 ship reviews
56 Nights - ms Zaandam
56 Nights
VANCOUVER Departing
ms Zaandam Ship
Prices from $15229 pp
HA
24 Sep 2025
56 Nights

Vancouver To San Diego

56 Nights, ms Zaandam (X563) VANCOUVER, 24 Sep 2025
29th September 2025
San Diego To San Diego
SAN DIEGO
0 ship reviews
51 Nights - ms Zaandam
51 Nights
SAN DIEGO Departing
ms Zaandam Ship
Prices from $14259 pp
HA
29 Sep 2025
51 Nights

San Diego To San Diego

51 Nights, ms Zaandam (X563A) SAN DIEGO, 29 Sep 2025
1st March 2026
Auckland To Seattle
AUCKLAND
7 ship reviews
50 Nights - ms Noordam
50 Nights
AUCKLAND Departing
ms Noordam Ship
Prices from $18059 pp
-
-
-
HA
01 Mar 2026
50 Nights

Auckland To Seattle

50 Nights, ms Noordam (N617A) AUCKLAND, 01 Mar 2026