Specialists in whale-watching and swimming with whales

The Vava'u group of islands in the Kingdom of Tonga is an unspoilt tropical paradise of crystal clear warm turquoise seas, stunning coral reefs, white sandy beaches and coconut fringed islands. Vava'u is an ideal sailing location and the perfect place for whales and dolphins to spend their winter months.

Sailing Safaris has been in Vava'u watching whales and chartering boats since 1991. Between us we have more than 50 years experience of the whales and have spent the last 15 years chartering, sailing and sharing the beauty and history of Vava'u and Tonga.

We have established a worldwide reputation amongst photographers, videographers and film crew in providing the best skippers, boats and standards of professionalism and experience. If you are interested in filming or photographing the whales topside or in the water, or just looking for a more intimate personalised charter, come to us.

We offer whale-watching trips daily on our customised whalewatching boat, Whalesong. We are the original company to offer whale-watching and whale-swimming trips here in Tonga and our skippers and crews have been with us for 12 years or more. Enjoy an amazing day whilst learning from the experts about these amazing and beautiful creatures.

Throughout the year, Sailing Safaris offers yacht charters - skippered and bareboat, learn to sail courses, a full marine centre for boat repairs and a waterfront bar and restaurant, The Mermaid.

The Dancer Paul Sutherland www.sutherlandimages.com

Numerous amateurs and professionals have contributed to the pictures you see here. 3 particular geniuses have to be thanked for use of their photos - if you wish to obtain copies of any you see here please use the following links:

Kelvin Aitken - www.marinethemes.com
Tony Wu - www.tony-wu.com
Paul Sutherland - www.sutherlandimages.com