Whale Tours

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When the whales are calm, you’ll have the chance to snorkel in the water alongside them, an awe-inspiring and magical experience.<br><br></div><div>Snacks and lunch will be served during the day to keep you refreshed.<br><br>While the focus is on creating a personal connection with the whales rather than constant photography, you are welcome to capture your memories.<br><br>After approximately seven hours on the water, the tour concludes with a return to Diana Beach Resort.</div>", "departure_and_return": "<div>Departure: Diana Beach Resort, Uoleva Island, Ha’apai</div><div>Duration: Approximately 7 hours</div><div>Return: Same location as departure</div>", "faq": "<div><strong>When is whale season in Ha’apai?</strong><br> Tours operate from mid-July to mid-October, when humpback whales visit Tonga.<br><br></div><div><strong>Do I need to bring my own gear?</strong><br> Wetsuits are provided, but we recommend bringing your own mask and fins for the best fit.<br><br></div><div><strong>Can guests from other resorts join?</strong><br> Yes, while priority is given to in-house guests, visitors from other resorts are welcome to join the tours.</div>", "pg_review": "", "product_help": null, "featured": false, "cancellation_policy_extra_info": "", "fitness_rating": "3", "fitness_notes": "<div>You need to be comfortable swimming in open water.</div>", "accessibility_rating": "0", "accessibility_notes": "", "highlights": "<ul><li>Seven-hour whale searching adventure in Ha’apai</li><li>Guided by Finau, a skilled and knowledgeable local guide</li><li>Respectful approach to observing and swimming with whales</li><li>Opportunity to snorkel alongside whales when conditions are calm</li><li>Snacks and a tasty lunch provided</li><li>100% Tongan-owned and operated</li></ul>", "facilities": [], "itinerary": [], "extra_notes": "", "all_public_holidays_closed": false, "cruise_extra_information": "", "custom_accordion_item_title": null, "custom_accordion_item_content": "", "display_hours_publicly": false, "allow_single_bookings_once_capacity_is_reached": true, "require_fully_booked_before_next_available": false, "require_minimum_capacity_for_booking_confirmation": false, "minimum_capacity_required_for_booking_confirmation": null, "email_extra_information_to_customer": "", "return_option_available": false, "minimum_duration_for_customer_defined_booking": null, "is_rental_product": false, "rental_inventory_count": null, "rental_unit_label": "", "allow_customer_duration": false, "qr_code": null, "total_booking_count": 8, "total_review_count": 0, "updated_at": "2025-11-09T19:30:06.270170Z", "business": null, "accommodation": "d9fed8d3-18e9-495d-84e8-33e9db81af2b", "asset": null, "asset_pool": null, "route": null, "return_product": null, "awards": [], "bed_configurations": [], "room_amenities": [], "type": "product" }