Interior View of Mapu'a Vaea Blowholes

Mapu'a Vaea Blowholes

Nature preserve

👍👍 GORGEOUS place!😍 Makes you feel so small next to the enormous 40 meter waves! Just don't go down to the water, it's dangerous and the rocks are extremely sharp. A must-see in Tonga! People often mention waves, blowholes, Tonga, visit, island, water, beautiful, holes, worth, natural,


Address

RMGR+8M4, Houma, Tonga

Website

tour-services.to

Contact

+676 775 7944

Rating on Google Maps

4.70
(82155 reviews)

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  • 5/5 Sherah 7 years ago on Google • 90 reviews
    GORGEOUS place!😍 Makes you feel so small next to the enormous 40 meter waves! Just don't go down to the water, it's dangerous and the rocks are extremely sharp. A must-see in Tonga!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joe R. 1 year ago on Google • 66 reviews
    We had an amazing time just watching the waves come in. Pretty sure we saw a couple of fish getting launched through the air who had a very different experience at the blowholes.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 V.P. B. 6 years ago on Google
    So many blowholes! It makes a funny gurgling sound as the water tries to push through the holes
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Manfred L. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Tonga very nice (Original) Tonga sehr schön
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 J O. 1 year ago on Google • 160 reviews
    A must see when visiting Tongatapu, the force of the waves hitting these rock formations and the length of it is impressive
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jan Fredrik P. S. 6 years ago on Google
    Amazing experience! Must do while in Tonga!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Devind V. 6 months ago on Google • 655 reviews
    Amazing natural phenomenon. Great place fir tourist to take photos

  • 5/5 Trisha D. 4 years ago on Google
    Absorbing the power of the ocean - Moana nui a Hiwa
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rajrattan L. 6 years ago on Google
    Excellent experience of wild waves blowing Pacific water through the holes in the creek !
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 nic l. 6 years ago on Google
    stunning place. very tranquil
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Achim L. 6 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) In rough seas an impressive spectacle as the water is pushed through the blowholes. (Original) Bei rauher See ein beeindruckendes Schauspiel wie das Wasser durch die Blowholes gedrückt wird.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jessenia G. 6 years ago on Google
    This is a remote spot (as remote as anything on Tongatapu can be at least) but it was easy to get to. Could've spent hours here mesmerised by the blowholes on such a beautiful day. There are no facilities in terms of bathrooms, food, etc. but there are a few local craft vendors who setup shop near the road turn off. Absolutely stunning spot, especially if (like me) you've never seen natural blowholes before.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Meleane F. 5 years ago on Google
    One of my favorite spot to visit when in Tonga
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rhea Rochelle V. 5 years ago on Google
    Visited the same day as the Crown Prince of Norway.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sid 5 years ago on Google
    One of the most dramatic locations you can see. You can see the waves crashing against the rocks all along the coastline.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Earl I. 5 years ago on Google
    Clean and very spectacular
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Clark B. 7 years ago on Google
    The tide was a little too high on my trip to experience the blow holes right up close, but they were still magnificent to behold. There was a quiet pool to wade into with tropical fish.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 James C. 2 years ago on Google • 422 reviews
    This is a very cool set of blowholes that I could just watch for hours. The waves whistle as they come through the rocks, which gives it the local name. It's definitely worth a stop if you're on the island, especially since there's a public bathroom and trashcan, and the road is very smooth.

  • 5/5 Mark 1 year ago on Google • 22 reviews
    Top place to visit in Tonga as a tourist. I could spend hours there just watching the waves hit the coral and water sprouts up. Tips are to go anyday but especially a windy day as our Tongan friend. If you went on a less windy day, our friends told us that the locals there would whistle and that would make the wind stronger. I can't whistle but when I went someone was definitely whistling in the background. Amazing to watch and definitely worth the time. I got some amazing photos.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 James A. 1 year ago on Google • 14 reviews
    I loved the blow holes, one of my favorite things on the island. It was nice to stand and watch the waves crashing into the limestone.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bels T. 2 years ago on Google • 10 reviews
    Video doesn’t do any Justice to the beauty of the site. The tide was out, but the blows were still soo powerful, you can only imagine. Exerts such a calming energy as you watch. There’s also a lovely lady selling souvenirs but doesn’t bug you which is nice. Definitely a must see. Beautiful Tonga.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Craig T. 5 years ago on Google
    Fantastic! What a beautiful place.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anish D. 2 years ago on Google
    To be honest I thought it would be a boring place but, please just stand there and forget about Technology. Just listen to the sound of the waves. It's worth it.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jeremy R. 6 years ago on Google
    A must see in Tongatapu
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Butch R. 6 years ago on Google
    The length of these blow holes makes them the most spectacular I have ever seen.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Eveleen M. 6 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place. Must visit.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 JULIENNE J. 6 years ago on Google
    Wow definitely a must see
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 SUNGHWA M. 6 years ago on Google
    No.1
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jamie M. 6 years ago on Google
    Best place and scenery love Tonga very tidy clean and people are friendly as well
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mitchell Y. 6 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Must go somewhere (Original) 一定去的地方
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Atesh G. 6 years ago on Google
    Lovely place
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michael C. 6 years ago on Google
    If you ever have the pleasure of getting to know the beautiful people of Tonga don’t forget to check out the island features :-) I’ve been all over the world and “blowholes” is an unreal paradise to soak in!!! Relax and see all the colorful fish and appreciate the power of the ocean as it slams into the rock side!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Kelly B. 6 years ago on Google
    seen one blowhole you have seen them all - but it was still worth a look
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Nesta A. 5 years ago on Google
    Quite impressive
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hame K. 2 years ago on Google
    Loved this place. So beautiful. This is my son. Its his first time in tonga
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jörg F. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The most rewarding on this island (Original) Das lohnendste auf dieser Insel
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Tu That T. 5 years ago on Google
    Many blow holes along the cliff beach
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 David M. 5 years ago on Google
    Impressive natural site
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anne B. 5 years ago on Google
    Absolutely wonderful : spectacular.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Havea F. 5 years ago on Google
    Craziest waves I've seen up close
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rob M. 5 years ago on Google
    Spectacular if there's a decent swell.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ethan H. 5 years ago on Google
    The blowholes are an amazing place to see. I would recommend going to see them when the water is more choppy or the weather a bit rough as the experience is better.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Semesi 5 months ago on Google • 304 reviews
    This place was awesome and free. Is simple but mesmerising to watch. Anticipation waiting for the waves to build and crash into the rocks. Just a good honest tourist attraction

  • 5/5 Darryl S. 6 months ago on Google • 300 reviews
    Awesome venue to visit. I could have sat and watched the blowholes all day

  • 5/5 Sarah P. 3 months ago on Google • 171 reviews New
    What a stunning spot! Totally mesmerizing too. Well worth a visit. We were also blessed to see a pod of whales going through too. It's really hot and sun drenched here so be sure to talk something to keep you sun safe. We had a wee walk around the area too and enjoyed talking to locals seeing their wares at the car park. A usual in Tonga, there was signage when you're heading out but nothing when you're at the site so I feel that Google map or similar is essential to find your way. Highly recommend

  • 4/5 Jason L. 6 months ago on Google • 108 reviews
    Neat little place.. Not much else really.. little bit of a trip across the island from the main port for a 20min stop. Coming a from a cruise ship the locals here are really friendly they tell u to only take AU dollars but all save money if you pay in Tongan dollars also.. DONT TAKE BIG NOTES.. They do not have change. Cash only.

  • 4/5 Tatsuro 3 months ago on Google • 106 reviews New
    綺麗な景色、吹き上げる波、圧巻です。 ベンチもあり、ゆっくりと過ごすことができます。

  • 5/5 Kelly B. 4 months ago on Google • 100 reviews
    Definitely worth a visit. The whole visible coast had spouts of water when the waves came in. Could've spent hours here.

  • 5/5 Adi C. 4 months ago on Google • 69 reviews
    Really impressive! Make sure you're coming during high tide 🙏

  • 5/5 Serena Y. 1 year ago on Google • 60 reviews
    such a beautiful place, went on a stormy day and was still such a sight to see

  • 5/5 Resmy C. 1 year ago on Google • 52 reviews
    Loved this place. Bestest attraction of Tonga

  • 5/5 John R. 3 months ago on Google • 43 reviews New
    Must see natural feature on Tonga's main island.

  • 5/5 theutubeviewers 4 weeks ago on Google • 41 reviews New
    Beautiful place…..

  • 5/5 paul j. 3 months ago on Google • 34 reviews New
    Awesome have travelled many places and not seen this before, blowholes all the way along the coast is amazing. Was the kids favourite place on the island. Must see!

  • 5/5 Santiago H. 7 months ago on Google • 29 reviews
    Easy access. Worth the drive over! Come at high tide for the best effect.

  • 5/5 Graeme L. 6 months ago on Google • 26 reviews
    If you're going to do any one thing on this island, I strongly recommend this. The power of the water and constant, yet different crashes and sprays were certainly something to behold. We only had about 15 minutes at the end of a tour and it was the clear highlight of the day.

  • 5/5 Siouxsannah 6 months ago on Google • 25 reviews
    These were free to visit. These blowholes are magnificent, and, in my opinion, one of Tongatapu's top attractions. The magnificent waves create blowholes all up the coast and are a great site to behold. There are plenty of great vantage points for photographs, including a concrete platform where you can really get close to the waves.

  • 5/5 Phil L. 4 months ago on Google • 9 reviews
    Whales can also be seen in season. Coast is great, blowholes good. Get the tide right and some good waves and it’s very dramatic both at the location and both ways on the coastline.

  • 5/5 D M. 9 months ago on Google • 6 reviews
    Great place for tourists to visit. Nice beautiful scenery. You could see waves splashing into these volcanic rocks and making whistling sounds. It visiting the place in December of 2023.

  • 5/5 Ninylia R. 1 year ago on Google • 3 reviews
    Beautiful place , very beautiful sunsets

  • 4/5 Maurice K. 5 years ago on Google
    About 2kms of blowholes. Awesome display.

  • 5/5 Timothy B. 5 years ago on Google
    Awe Inspiring... gave me such a rush with all the blowhole sounds and spray! Definitely worth a visit!

  • 5/5 Laura Caton G. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing natural phenomenon!

  • 5/5 Dean S. 2 years ago on Google
    Very beautiful! Nice stop on our tour.

  • 5/5 Jarda B. 5 years ago on Google
    Nice place!!

  • 3/5 Pete W. 5 years ago on Google
    Fantastic natural formations of blow holes approximately 10 to 15 various vents

  • 5/5 Geririgged 5 years ago on Google
    Such a cool stop

  • 5/5 Pavel B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Pristine nature. Ocean Waves Ripped by High Waves (Original) Первозданная природа. Изрезанный высокими волнами океанический берег

  • 5/5 Chris G. 5 years ago on Google
    Worth the trip!

  • 5/5 Rehan Z. 5 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place with great view

  • 5/5 Stephen B. 5 years ago on Google
    These were incredible to see. We spent more time here than any other site throughout the island.

  • 5/5 Gene H. 5 years ago on Google
    Fantastic! Highly recommend if you are in Tongatapu. Try to ask about visiting during high tide. A spectacular and relaxing tim is guaranteed.

  • 5/5 Christine P. 5 years ago on Google
    Beautiful waves crashing against the stoned shores....mother nature did an amazing job here....just dont get too close to the waves or fish food you will become

  • 5/5 Tunaula M. 1 month ago on Google • 2 reviews New
    Always good coming here when I’m on holiday. Easy access especially since it’s a 1 min walk from my uncles house here in Houma lols:)


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