Please ensure you have 6 months remaining on your passport prior to expiry or you may be refused entry. Most countries are granted a 1-3 month visa on arrival however certain countries require a visa to be granted prior to arriving. For up to date information contact Tonga immigration department on visatonga@gmail.com (+676) 26969 or 26970.

The climate in Tonga is considered one of the best in the world but being tropical you can’t always predict it. 

May-October are the cooler dryer months when the average temperature ranges from 21-24ºC. During the wet season it averages 25-26º.

Evenings can be chilly so it is advisable that you bring a jumper and a waterproof incase you get caught out. 

Tongans dress conservatively (most swim fully clothed). It is against the law in Tonga to be topless in public (men and women). Please be mindful of this. If you are a traveller staying at tourist accommodation then this law doesn’t apply. At Pepa’s you are free to wear what you want; bikinis and shorts are welcome. 

As we are off grid, on a remote island we rely totally on solar energy, (we do have a generator for back up should we need it). Tents will have a light with a USB charging socket however we ask that you charge any larger devices in the restaurant during the day. Tonga uses 240V 3 pronged sockets, (Australian and NZ 2 pronged plugs will also work).

In Tonga we drink rainwater which is delicious and refreshing. We have plentiful supply of this and encourage you to bring a refillable bottle for your convenience. Our solar heated showers are a mixture of well and rainwater and we ask that you are mindful of their usage when on the island. 

We have Starlink internet which is available in selected areas. We encourage our guests to switch off from technology and embrace a true desert island experience- maybe it's what we all need once in a while! 

Sundays are blessed in Tonga. It is illegal to work, hence there are no flights, ferries, tours or shops open. Please be mindful of this when booking your trip. Obviously our restaurant will be open and you are welcome to use our paddle boards, kayaks and other sports equipment if you wish. We encourage you to live like a local, take it easy, chill in a hammock and rest. 

It’s difficult getting ingredients to our remote island, so we eat local produce where we can, and provide food sourced locally. Due to this, we may be unable to cater for certain specific dietary requirements, so please advise about these before booking to be sure we are able to cater for you. Mahe loves to fish so we should be able to provide you with fresh fish. Tongan Ota Ika is the best!

Healthcare in Ha’apai is very basic. Please ensure you bring any medication you require with you. Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended.