This tour runs Saturday to Saturday. Offering five swim days for guests, which occur Monday through Friday. Sundays in Tonga are rest days—all businesses, including airports—are closed, and whale swims are not allowed. Guests take the Sunday after arrival to rest and get ready for their swim week.

Each boat will take six clients. Tonga law allows four people in the water at a time with a certified whale swim guide. 

Four guests will swim; two will stay out and guests will rotate equally throughout the day. Having fewer people on the boat offers guests almost 33% more swim time than other boats that take 8-12 people.

Regarded as one of Vava’u's premier resorts, Mystic Sands boasts stellar reviews on Trip Advisor, a testament to its unparalleled hospitality. Nestled on a secluded beach, the resort offers direct access to a private pier, making it the perfect starting point for our whale-watching adventures.

Immerse yourself in the serenity of their tropical gardens. 

Located a mere 10-minute drive from the town, Mystic Sands offers both seclusion and convenience. Start your day right with a complimentary hot breakfast included in all our tours. On whale swim days, we've got your lunch covered too!

Positioned right at the water's edge, the resort invites guests to indulge in a plethora of water activities, from kayaking and SUPs to snorkeling. And when it's time for your whale swim, the resort's dock ensures a hassle-free departure.

Choose your ideal stay, be it twin share or single occupancy. Do note, our pricing is based on twin sharing, ensuring both comfort and value. Dive into the Mystic Sands experience and create memories that last a lifetime!

Guest should arrive into VAV (Vava'u, Tonga) via NAN (Nadi, Fiji) on Fiji Airlines.

If you are flying from LAX, you should depart LAX 2 days before the trip start date, as you will cross the International Dateline on your way to Tonga

Tonga does not allow business to operate on Sundays. All airports are closed and whale swims are not allowed. Guests take this day to acclimate to their new time zone and get ready for the whale swim week ahead!

Guest will embark on their whale swim boats at 7:30am. The government of Tonga allows all boats in Tonga to search & swim with whales in a 7 hour window. 

The ocean and whales gift guests as nature does. Some days are slow, some days are amazing. Please make sure to watch our 5 day overview video, to get an idea of what a 5 whale swim day trip could look like.

Guest should make sure to book the Fiji Air flight out of VAV to NAN.