Join us on board the MV Vaomapa on this 2 hrs 40 mins voyage from 'Eua to Nuku'alofa, offering a budget-friendly way to island-hop to Tongatapu. We have a canteen onboard selling hot/cold drinks and snacks.
Highlights
Direct ferry service from ʻEua to Nuku’alofa aboard MV Vaomapa
Approx. 2 hours 40 minutes journey with beautiful sea and coastal views
Privately owned and meets Tongan marine safety standards
Affordable fares and family-friendly pricing
Easy connection to tours and accommodations on ʻEua
Timetable
'Eua to Nuku'alofa
MV Vaomapa•150 pax
Port
816
MTWThFSaSu
818
MTWThFSaSu
819
MTWThFSaSu
'EuaDep
05:00
05:00
05:00
Nuku'alofaArr
08:00
08:00
08:00
Journey time
3h
3h
3h
Departure
Intermediate
Final arrival
|(+1) = Next day arrival
Booking Confidence
Only 8% Deposit
Pay the rest later or on the day
Charity Donation Included
Supporting local communities
Ages
0-99
Languages
English, Tongan
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Flexible Availability
365
About 365 bookable days in the next year (0 closed)
Fresh Update
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