Embark on a 3-hour adventure through Tongatapu’s East Coast and Anahulu Cave. Explore ancient royal tombs, visit historic sites, and take a refreshing swim in a natural underground pool.
Embark on a 3-hour adventure through Tongatapu’s East Coast and Anahulu Cave. Explore ancient royal tombs, visit historic sites, and take a refreshing swim in a natural underground pool.
- Anahulu Cave - The Underground Swimming Pool - An accredited guide will lead visitors into the cave. The cave showcases millions of years of rock formations and features a freshwater pool at the end, perfect for a refreshing swim as a tour highlight.
- Royal Tombs - Malaʻekula, or the Royal Tombs, is located in central Nukuʻalofa in the Kingdom…
- Anahulu Cave - The Underground Swimming Pool - An accredited guide will lead visitors into the cave. The cave showcases millions of years of rock formations and features a freshwater pool at the end, perfect for a refreshing swim as a tour highlight.
- Royal Tombs - Malaʻekula, or the Royal Tombs, is located in central Nukuʻalofa in the Kingdom of Tonga. The Kings of Tonga and their immediate family members (spouses, children) are interred here. Relatives further removed from the main line (cousins, nephews, nieces, in-laws) are buried in other chiefly cemeteries. Kings from earlier times, such as those from the Tuʻi Tonga dynasty, are primarily buried in the langi in Muʻa.
The main royal tombs are situated at the Mala’ekula site, which includes the tombs of the first five kings of Tonga: King George Tupou I, King George Tupou II, Queen Salote III, King Taufa’ahau Tupou IV, and King George V. Each tomb is decorated with traditional Tongan designs and symbols and is surrounded by a beautifully maintained lawn.
- Teta Tours and Travel Ltd - This is the humble office that has been in operation since 1967, continuing to thrive under the Lord’s guidance.
- Captain Cook’s Landing Place - In 1777, Captain Cook visited and came ashore to meet Pau, the Tui Tonga (the Sacred King of Tonga), during the ‘Inasi’ (presentation of the first fruits).
- Ha’amonga’a Maui Trilithon - This Stonehenge/Trilithon is located in the Eastern Region of Tongatapu in the Village of Niutoua. It was constructed in the 13th century by the Tui Tonga (Sacred King of Tonga) Tuitatui in honor of his two children.
- Ancient Royal Tombs of Lapaha - These are large square or rectangular earthen burial mounds of the Tui Tonga Dynasty. The Langi have terraced sides faced with slabs of cut limestone. According to tradition, Langi were the burial places of the Tongan ruling class.
- Royal Palace - The Royal Palace, crafted from kauri wood and located in the heart of Nukuʻalofa, was built in 1864 for King George Tupou I. It remains the residence of the royal family.
- Anahulu Beach - A stunning beach secluded from the hustle and bustle of city life. Visitors will find themselves among the few guests on this beach. It is recommended to bring snorkeling gear to enjoy this private-like beach away from home. Anahulu Beach is just 40 meters from the famous Anahulu Cave.
- Makatolo a Maui - These are essentially Maui’s gigantic throwing boulders/stones near Anahulu Cave in Haveluliku Village.
Legend has it that Maui, annoyed by the ancient Moa - gigantic chickens waking him up in the morning, hurled these massive boulders at them to silence them.
The Eastern Side of Tonga is essentially where all the historical sites are located.
- Niutoua - Maka Fa’akinanga: The Maka Fa’akinanga (Leaning against the rock) is situated approximately 100m from the Ha’amonga ‘a Maui. Made from the same stone as the Ha’amonga, the Maka Fa’akinanga is a large stone slab standing upright with markings on the front resembling an indentation of a large head, shoulders, and back. Oral stories recount the belief that Tu’i Tu’itatui (the eleventh Tu’i Tonga) often sat against the Maka Fa’akinanga and struck out with a staff at people to keep them at a safe distance, fearing an assassination attempt.

- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Visit to Anahulu Beach
- Anahulu Cave entrance fees included
- Guided by a local driver/expert
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Visit to Anahulu Beach
- Anahulu Cave entrance fees included
- Guided by a local driver/expert
- Food and drinks
- Food and drinks
This 3-hour group tour provides an informative exploration of the Eastern Regions of the Island of Tongatapu in the Kingdom of Tonga. An important stop is the place where Captain Cook landed on the 30th of April 1777. You will visit the ancient royal terraced tombs of Tongan kings known as the Langi. Its construction is an engineering wonder dating back…
This 3-hour group tour provides an informative exploration of the Eastern Regions of the Island of Tongatapu in the Kingdom of Tonga. An important stop is the place where Captain Cook landed on the 30th of April 1777. You will visit the ancient royal terraced tombs of Tongan kings known as the Langi. Its construction is an engineering wonder dating back to 1300 BC and the most prominent site called the Ha’amonga ‘o Maui or well know as the Stonehenge. You will finish with the highlight of your tour at Anahulu Cave which has a natural underground swimming pool with stalactites and stalagmites. A popular place for a refreshing swim anytime of the year.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- This tour is accessible by wheelchair and stroller except for the cave
- Pls note with Wheelchair Accessibility in Tonga we fold the wheelchair put it in the vehicle and help our guest into and out of the vehicle
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.