Whale Swim Tours
Our 7-day, small-group whale swim tours are designed for those who want to make the most of their trip to Tonga and maximise their time in the water with the whales.
Our small group whale swim tour inclusions
Our Tonga Whale Swim Adventure team is here for you from the moment you book your spot in our small group whale swimming adventure tour. We will be at the airport for meet and greet so that you will not have to worry about a thing except what to say/do when you meet a whale friend! We are here to help make dreams come true.
7 nights accommodation at an ocean-front hotel, walking distance from the centre of town
5 full days on the water swimming with humpback whales (subject to weather)
Trip Leader accessible 24/7 to provide a seamless concierge service during your adventure - available any time
Small group trips, with a maximum of 8 people per boat (i.e. to maximise your time in the water with the whales)
In-water photographer to capture photos and/or video of your experience, both above and below the surface (available upon request)
The opportunity to hand carve your own whale fluke from natural bone - learning from the best local craftsman in Tonga
Breakfast each day
Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea every day on the water
Free use of gear (windproof jacket, wetsuits and snorkelling gear)
Airport and vessel transfers
Introduction to humpback whale photography tips (online)
Instruction on humpback whale photography tips (underwater camera, and GoPro techniques) by a National Geographic awarded underwater photographer
Session to cover: settings, composition, whale behaviour and more. Also tips for swimming with whales to get the best possible underwater photos, in a respectful way
2026 Whale Swim Tour Dates
Join our small group whale swimming tour for an unforgettable adventure!
JULY 2026
28 July to 4 August | Few spots left
AUGUST 2026
4 to 11 August
11 to 18 August | !! SOLD OUT !!
18 to 25 August | TWO spots left!!
25 August to 1 Spetember | !! SOLD OUT !!
SEPTEMBER 2026
1 to 8 September | TWO spots left!!
8 to 15 September
15 to 22 September | TWO spots left!!
22 to 29 September
6 to 13 October
29 September to 6 October | Few spots left!
OCTOBER 2026
Can’t find the dates you’re after but don’t want to miss out again? Contact us, we’re here to help make your dream come true!
Dream it. Book it.
How did our latest whale season go ? See for yourself what it’s like to swim with our (very, very) friendly humpback whale friends!
What to Bring
What to bring to your whale swim adventure!
Wind-proof jacket to wear over the wetsuit on the boat (We do provide one, but just in case you have a preferred one!)
Motion sickness tablets are recommended. It is usually fairly calm in the Pacific Ocean, but we recommend taking zero chances.
Cash: the local currency is Tongan Panga (TOP). We’d recommend 400-500 TOP per person (AU$250-300) for the duration of the trip. For those leaving from Sydney, this is easiest to pick up at Sydney airport
Travel credit card: most restaurants accept credit cards in Tonga with a small fee. We find that travel credit cards give you a better rate than cash
Mosquito repellent: helpful in the evenings, but not necessary out on the water
Music: you can plug your phone into the boat to blast out your favourite tunes whilst you’re on the water!
Ear plugs: if you’re a light sleeper, these will help with the early morning roosters
Travel adaptors: Tonga uses standard Australian / NZ power points
Photography: we’d highly recommend shooting with the widest lens you possibly can (such as a fish-eye). The whales are enormous and they can get close! GoPros or Insta360 Ace Pro are also really effective. We will cover this in our complimentary photography/videography course :)
