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ActivitiesThere are pleanty more activites available at Ha'atafu Beach Resort. Here are some of them: SportsfishingTonga is home to some of the worlds' best sportsfishing with all major species of tropical pelagics well represented. The "fathomless depths" directly offshore from Ha'atafu Beach Resort means you can be in the thick of the action within minutes of your fishing trip. Your chance to hook-up with a marlin, sailfish, mahimahi, wahoo or any of the varieties of dogtooth, yellowfin or skipjack tuna. The resort has two 23ft fibreglass runabouts available for both offshore "blue water" and inshore "spincasting" sportsfishing trips. Guests are encouraged to bring their own fishing gear with an emphasis on "heavy tackle", lots of spare lures and a strong back! SnorkellingThe resort borders the Ha'atafu Beach Marine Reserve which is Tongatapu's only marine reserve accessible by road. The lagoon area encompassing the reserve is home to over 130 different species of tropical fish and the varieties of both soft and hard corals are outstanding. The lagoon averages a depth of 6-8ft at high tide and 3-4ft at low tide. Snorkelling outside of the lagoon, beyond the reef, is possible when the surf is small and opens up another realm of deep caverns, drop-offs and a wider variety of "open ocean" marine life. Snorkelling inside the lagoon is perfect for beginners and children but only strong swimmers or more experienced snorkellers should venture beyond the reef. While some snorkelling gear is available for resort guests we suggest that keen snorkellers bring their own equipment. Whale Watching (July - November)Winter and spring months bring an annual migration of Humpback whales to sojourn in the warm tropical waters of the Tonga archipelago. The deep leeward waters directly offshore from Ha'atafu offers perfect surface conditions for the whales to bask in the sun and frollic with their young. Guests have a perfect view from the resort of these spectacular displays and can also readily snorkel beyond the reef and swim with the whales. A truly unforgettable experience. Sea KayaksWe offer both singe and double sea kayaks for hire to resort guests. The lagoon area is perfect for enjoying a leisurely paddle with friends or family. However we recommend, for safety, that children have parental supervision at all times, as strong currents sometimes develop around the reef passes during larger swells. Other activies also include:
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