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Otherwise, you can keep your carry-on baggage (7 kg) with you on board.<br><br>Once aboard the MV Vaomapa, find a comfortable spot on deck or in the cabin and enjoy the scenic two-hour forty-minute crossing to Nuku'alofa.<br><br>The ferry arrives at Taufa'ahau Tupou Domestic Wharf in Nuku’alofa, where you can meet your local transfer or begin exploring right away.<br><br>Ferry operations are subject to weather and sea conditions, so departure and arrival times may vary slightly. Check out our <a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/tofaramsayshipping/\"><strong>Facebook Page</strong></a> for schedule updates or call our Nuku'alofa Office (+6767725972 or +6768725970) or 'Eua Office (+6767702269).<br><br>Payment can be made at the wharf before departure. Alternatively, you can visit our office on 'Eua (at the gas station). <br><br><strong>Schedule (subject to change):<br>EUA - NUK</strong></div><ul><li><em>Tuesday: Departs 05:00am – Arrives 8:00am</em></li><li><em>Thursday: Departs 05:00am – Arrives 8:00am</em></li><li><em>Saturday</em>: <em>Departs 05:00am – Arrives 8:00am</em></li></ul><div><br>Note that times stated tend to be the earliest possible departure and arrival. 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Prices are lower for children (ages 2-11), while infants (0–2 years) travel free.<br><br></div><div><strong>Where does the ferry arrive in Nuku'alofa?</strong><br> The ferry docks at Taufa'ahau Tupou IV Domestic Wharf, Nuku’alofa, Tongatapu.<br><br></div><div><strong>Can I bring larger luggage?</strong><br> Yes, larger items can be checked in on arrival - please arrive 1 hour before scheduled departure.</div>", "pg_review": "", "product_help": null, "featured": false, "cancellation_policy": "flexible", "cancellation_policy_extra_info": "<div>Note that there is no refund/no compensation in case of delay or cancellation, as weather and operational challenges may occur.</div>", "fitness_rating": "0", "fitness_notes": "", "accessibility_rating": "3", "accessibility_notes": "<div>Access to the MV Vaomapa is via ramp. 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