Atafu Lagoon
Region: Atafu Atoll
Nature
Popular transparent lagoon for snorkeling and canoe experiences.
Tourism in Tokelau
Explore notable sights and destinations in this country
Tourist attractions
Nukunonu Churches
Region: Nukunonu Atoll
Cultural Heritage
19th century stone-built Catholic and Protestant churches.
Fakaofo Old Colonial Wharf
Region: Fakaofo
Modern Architecture
British colonial era wharf ruins suitable for historical walks.
Tautinu Boatyard
Region: Atafu
Cultural Heritage
Workshop visible building traditional canoes by hand.
Coral Gardens
Region: Within Nukunonu Lagoon
Nature
Diving point where colorful coral reefs and tropical fish concentrate.
Olohega (Swains Island) Distant View Cruise
Region: High seas
Nature
Half-day cruise viewing disputed sovereignty island from offshore.
Suggested itineraries
3-Day Atoll Crossing Relaxed Journey
Duration (days): 3
Highlights: Nukunonu Churches, Coral Gardens, Fakaofo Market
After arrival by cargo-passenger ship, homestay one night on each island with local families.
7-Day Traditional Culture Deep Dive Stay
Duration (days): 7
Highlights: Tautinu Boatbuilding Experience, Whale Watching, Sunday Worship
Long-term program experiencing fishing and weaving living communally with islanders.
Travel tips
- Only two monthly government charter ship for travel. Allow schedule flexibility
- Prepare sufficient cash on arrival. Card payment unavailable at shops
- Vaccine certificate and travel insurance recommended to carry
- Use reef-safe sunscreen to avoid damaging coral reefs
- Communication 3G only. Satellite Wi-Fi expensive
- Drinking water from rainwater tanks; portable purification bottle convenient
- Many mosquitoes April-June season. Insect repellent essential
- Shops close Sundays. Purchase necessities by Saturday
- Always obtain permission for photographing islanders
- Typhoon season (November-March) ships easily canceled