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Beyond Tongatapu
Main island, blowholes and trilithon. Tongatapu is one of the highlights of any trip to Tonga, and most travellers spend around 2 days here.
In Tongatapu, explore temples, museums and the historic centre.
In Tongatapu, head into the surrounding nature, parks and viewpoints.
Most visitors arrive in Tonga via Nuku'alofa (TBU), then continue to Tongatapu by domestic flight, train, bus or road.
Plan for roughly $60–$400 per day. See the full Tonga budget guide.