On Uoleva Island itself there are no shops.
Every year from July to October the serene islands of Ha'apai provide a safe haven for one of mother nature's most captivating creations - the majestic Humpback Whales. Tonga is one of only a few countries in the world where it is allowed to actually swim with Humpback Whales and the tropical paradise of Ha'apai is simply the most beautiful and tranquil place to do it.
The whales come from the Antarctic to Tonga to mate and give birth and spend the time to their departure with nursing their young and courtship. It is a very important and sensitive time in their annual cycle and the most exciting time to watch and interact with them.
Every day of whale watching in Tonga is different and there's a vast array of interesting behaviour that may be witnessed - from a single breath, graceful spyhop or powerful tail slaps to continual full body breaching or inquisitive approaches to the boat. Swimming with the Humpback Whales is of course the ultimate thrill.
Visit Fins n Flukes if you want more information on diving, whale watching and swimming with the whales in Ha'apai.
Visit Fins n Flukes if you want more information on diving, whale watching and swimming with the whales in Ha'apai.
Swimming with Humpback Whales in Tonga - Ha'apai from finsnflukes on Vimeo.
Ha'apai's Humpbacks 2011 from finsnflukes on Vimeo.
Ha'apai Divers from Liquid image Productions on Vimeo.
