Enjoy a luxury vacation at
TRADEWINDS MANDALA
in the Kingdom of Tonga

Vava’u is a paradise pure and perfect for those interested in diving, snorkelling and swimming.

As on most Pacific islands, water activities are  made all the more fun by the temperature of the water!  Ranging from 23-28 Celsius (74-83F) depending on the season, diving/snorkelling and swimming in Vava’u is warm and comfortable.  The waters are crystal clear with visibility averaging 30 metres plus.

While we are not a dive shop, we do offer diving as a benefit for members while on board the yacht. We recommend that SCUBA divers bring their own gear for the best fit, but we do offer regulators, bcd’s, mask & snorkels and fins for your use. Please let management know your needs at check in. There are no dive shops available to rent or buy gear from locally. Divers must bring their certification cards and sign a waiver. Divers over the age of 60 years must present a doctor’s note clearing them to dive. All non-members, including RCI, Rentals and Referrals will be charged a fee of USD $100 in cash per SCUBA dive.

We love offering TW branded water bottles, towels and beach bags, etc. for your use on charter, but we are unable to easily replace them here, so please do not bring them home with you. Your crew will collect these from you before you disembark.

Guests who wish to come to Vavau early to dive and/or do refresher dives prior to their week around Mandala Resorts please contact Explore Vava’u at explorevavau@gmail.com for availability and booking options. 

All queries about diving and other tours should be directed to Explore Vava’u at explorevavau@gmail.com

Here at Mandala, as well as floating "pool noodles" we have stand up paddleboards and kayaks for the ultimate enjoyment of our guests

Spend the day swaying in a hammock strung up under a palm tree - or join a dare-devil off-road trail ride through the jungle - the choice is yours!

You may also enjoy short hikes over the island spotting local birds and other tropical wildlife, exploring spectacular caves and local blowholes.

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Please note that the island only time is only bookable as a whole island, rather than one room at a time.

If you choose to simply spend a wonderful week relaxing on land, then staying in a luxury beach-front fale (bungalow) at Mandala Resort is definitely a must do.

Once in every 4 week period there will be an opportunity to book the entire resort of 5-rooms and bring along your friends and/or family. Imagine having a private island all to yourselves!

Guests will be collected from and returned to Fangifoa Marina on the Fungamisi Waterfront at the Port of Refuge in Neiafu.

Spend the week completely relaxing, taking yoga sessions as available, swimming, snorkelling, diving and exploring our own tiny paradise island. 

Switch up the tempo (if you like) and visit the neighboring main island of Vava'u, where we can take an off-road drive (with a knowledgeable guide) through about 25 miles of bush trails, beaches and spectacular cliff-side lookouts. 

Enjoy the Tongan feast and the beach party with a beautiful bonfire, just as you would on the full AQUA•TERRA experience.

Cherish old friends; make new friends. The tranquility of Mandala will remain in your heart - and the images, memories and the feeling of peace will last a lifetime.

If you choose to simply spend a wonderful week relaxing on land, then staying in a luxury beach-front fale (bungalow) at Mandala Resort is definitely a must do.

 

INCLUDED

Complimentary boat pick-up at and return to Fangifoa Marina on the Fungamisi Waterfront at the Port of Refuge in Neiafu.

A professional host and hostess team on a 7-night all-inclusive stay

Maid and butler service

All meals and beverages served at the resort

Well stocked open bar service and wine list

Full use of all water sports equipment/toys at the resort – kayaks, stand up paddleboards, snorkeling equipment etc

Island hikes and tours to neighbouring islands to explore and enjoy off-road trail rides

A visit to a neighboring island to enjoy a traditional Tongan feast and beach party with a bonfire

EXCLUDED

Scuba diving for certified divers is charged at $100 per person per dive for Non Members

Crew gratuities