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Niuatoputapu

Niuatoputapu is a volcanic island in the island nation of Tonga, Pacific Ocean. 2 sq mi).

Type Island

Why go

  • Island of Tonga.
  • Served by Kuini Lavenia Airport (NTT).

History

Niuatoputapu is a volcanic island in the island nation of Tonga, Pacific Ocean. Its highest point is 157 metres (515 ft), and its area is 16 square kilometres (6.2 sq mi). Its name means sacred island. Other names for the island are Traitors Island or Keppel Island.

Airports

Kuini Lavenia Airport (NTT) 2.7 km to the centre
Niuatoputapu, 03, TO — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Indoor | Outdoor

Getting there by ferry

Ferry terminal
Ferry terminal · 2 km from the centre
Outdoor
Niuatoputapu - Tafahi Ferry
Ferry route
Outdoor
Niuatoputapu - Niuafo'ou Ferry
Ferry route
Outdoor
Vava'u - Niuatoputapu Ferry
Ferry route
Outdoor

Where things are

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Photographs

Niuatoputapu
Niuatoputapu
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When to go

Tourist season
October – March

The warmer, longer-day half of the southern-hemisphere year.

Shoulder season
April – May, September

Milder and quieter, with better value.

Worth avoiding
June – August

The southern winter — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Kuini Lavenia Airport (NTT). Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By water: 1 ferry terminal within 20 km; routes include Niuatoputapu - Tafahi Ferry, Niuatoputapu - Niuafo'ou Ferry, Vava'u - Niuatoputapu Ferry.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Niuatoputapu. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.