Amazing Sailing Tours in Tonga
Sailing in the South Pacific is a sublime experience that so few of us have, because, well, we don’t have our own yacht. But with Tonga being home to some of the South Pacific’s best sailing grounds, it’s only fitting that there are sailing charters to give you a taste.
Not only can you enjoy all-inclusive yacht charters alongside Tonga’s breathtaking islands, hopping from one uninhabited island to snorkelling hotspot to the next, but some charters even offer unique whale swimming experiences.
Check out how you can experience a luxurious sailing charter in The Kingdom in this list of sailing charters in Tonga.
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Whale Discoveries
Departing from either Tongatapu or Ha’apai, Whale Discoveries’ SV Wildlife sailing charter is a unique experience in Tonga.
The fast-sailing catamaran will be your base for a seven to eight-day excursion sailing across the islands of Tonga where the main mission is to enjoy multiple whale swims from the yacht during the whale season or harnessing the elements with an emphasis on kitesurfing, windfoiling and paddleboarding between May and July.
The experience includes three meals a day and three professional crew to make sure your holiday and whale swimming experiences run smoothly. The yacht has three double cabins available.
Note that this sailing charter is only available between May and October. Learn more about their whale swimming experience in the 5 Best Whale Swim Tours in Ha’apai.
© TongaPocketGuide.comTradeWinds
Experience the joys of sailing among some of the most famous yachting grounds in the South Pacific with TradeWinds. Offering all-inclusive sailing and sailing/resort packages at Mandala Resort among the beautiful islets and snaking inlets of Vava’u, there’s scope to cater the experience to your preference.
After boarding your luxury class catamaran in Neiafu – available for shared or private charter, you’ll spend a night anchored in the sheltered bay of Port Maurelle, swim at Swallow’s Cave, explore the vivid Hunga Lagoon, stop at a village on Ofu Island to enjoy a Tongan feast and cultural entertainment, and delight in delectable cuisine and cocktails along the way.
Charters are typically seven days with the option to split your time between sailing and stay at the resort, or exclusively sailing.
Learn more about Mandala Resort in the 10 Best Luxury Accommodations in Tonga.
© TongaPocketGuide.comMore Boat Trips and Sailing Charters in Tonga
That’s it for the best sailing charters in Tonga. For more ways to get on the water, take a look at the following guides:
- 10 Best Boat Trips in Tonga
- 5 Best Liveaboards & Boat Stays in Tonga
- How to Choose the Best Sailing Liveaboard in Tonga for You
Finally, inspire yourself with more experiences with the 101 Best Things to Do in Tonga: The Ultimate List. Plus, get even more tips in The Complete Travel Guide to Tonga.
Sources:
The information in this guide has been compiled from our extensive research, travel and experiences across Tonga and the South Pacific, accumulated over more than a decade of numerous visits to each destination. Additional sources for this guide include the following:
- Tonga Tourism Authority (General travel advice - Updated [2025])
- Tonga Ministry of Tourism (FAQs about visiting Tonga - Updated [2025])
- SPTO (Pacific tourism advice - Updated [2025])
- Ministry of Revenue & Customs (Customs and immigration contacts - Updated [2025])
- Ministry of Agriculture & Food, Forests and Fisheries (Biosecurity advice - Updated [2025])
- Ministry of Infrastructure (Land and aviation transport info - Updated [2025])
- Tonga Meteorological Service (Weather forecast and warnings - Updated [2025])
- Tonga Statistics Department (Statistics and travel data - Updated [2025])
- Safe Travel (New Zealand travel advisory for Tonga - Updated [2025])
- Smart Traveller (Australia travel advisory for Tonga - Updated [2025])
- Travel.State.Gov (U.S. travel advisory for Tonga - Updated [2025])
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