Your local guide will stop and show you through the plantations to view the natural way of growing root crops, explain to you the different varieties and their traditional usage. Introduce you to the indigenous farming techniques & customs. The tour will also bring your attention to interesting flora and fauna and an opportunity to sample some of the produce grown. Baiting and hunting the Uga (Coconut Crab) is also an exciting opportunity and a must do on Niue.
Tours
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There is a huge variety of excursions and activities available in Niue from guided walks on the reef or bush to diving, fishing and 4 Wheel drive tours. There are also more easy going educational tours discovering local customs and the flora and fauna of Niue. All can be arranged before your arrival or once you land
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Caving & Adventure Tour Operators
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A5 Plantation & Uga Tours
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Ebony Forest Tours
What better way to acquaint yourself with Niue then by engaging in a eco-friendly tour with a knowledgeable guide who not only shares with you his great affinity with Niue’s rich tropical rainforest and its flora and fauna but also the secrets of Niue’s history and legends. A memorable stopover to Jacks workshop where he works as a carver using the local Ebony wood.
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Talis Cave Tours
Explore Niue’s natural limestone caverns on a guided tour with Tali’s Cave Tours. These caves are located on traditional family land and are noted for their incredible variety of passageways including the infamous ‘keyhole’, diverse formations and fossils.
Cultural Tour Operators
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Taue Uga Tour
Taue Uga Tours provides visitors with an opportunity to see a uga (coconut crab) in its natural habitat. Have the uga lifecycle explained and see first hand some of the methods used to capture the uga and why they are of such cultural importance to Niueans. Vaka Tour available as an additional add on.
Diving & Snorkelling Tour Operators
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Buccaneer Adventures Niue Dive
Diving in Niue is easy yet rewarding with an interesting mix of caverns, caves, pristine coral walls and drop-offs to explore. Whether you are a frequent underwater visitor or just starting out, your dives in Niue will be unforgettable. Niue's greatest feature is its incredibly crystal clear water unlike anywhere else in the world, with visibility that can reach up to 100 metres and rarely falls below 30 metres. Mix all this with a wide variety of friendly marine life and you have a dive destination that you will want to explore time and time again.
B.A.N.D offer:
* Recreational Scuba Diving * SSI and PADI scuba dive courses * Night dives * SSI Scuba Rangers club for children 8 years and above * Snorkel trips with chance of Spinner Dolphin encounter * In water interactions with Humpback Whales - in season * Snorkel equipment hire
Find us on Facebook and visit our Webpage for more exciting details.
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Herman’s Reef Tours
Take a guided tour along Niue’s reefs and discover the abundance of marine life and shellfish that inhabit Niue’s extensive coral reefs. Learn about the myths, legends that abound in relation to the sea. Tours end with a viewing of the only extensive shell collection on Niue. Traditional reef fishing can also be arranged.
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Fishaway Charters
State of the art launch with full safety equipment, 4 top quality rods and reels with all baits and lures supplied. No experience required. Come and fish or just to watch.
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Niue Charters
Horizon is the largest charter vessel on Niue. A well-appointed 7.5 meter Bladerunner Cat fully rigged for Sport & Game Fishing. A perfect platform for the keen spear fishing enthusiast and it also boasts a purpose built upper viewing deck for the ultimate dolphin and whale watching experience. Your skipper Paul Pasisi is one of Niue’s most experienced fisherman with over 25 years of fishing in Niue’s marine environment. Charters are a minimum of 5 hrs and if a charter dosn’t catch a fish – “Dinner is on the skipper”
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Niue Sport Fishing Charters
Niue Sport Fishing is the latest addition to Niue Island’s exciting sport fishing charter fleet.
The vessel is a well-appointed 659 Stabicraft Supercab, purpose built charter boat, powered by a 4 stroke 150hp Yamaha motor for a smooth ride.
The vessel is fully equipped with the latest shimano game rods and reels, and our safe ship management system includes EPIRB, colour GPS and depth sounder electronics, VHF and satellite phone.
Your profession skippers Andy and BJ have between them, Maritime NZ ILM and Padi Divemaster qualifications respectfully.
Charters are customised to your requirements, all fishing styles covered and top quality lures, poppers, jigs, stick baits and fresh baits included to suit.
Our Mission Statement is to provide you with a safe, sustainable and enjoyable fishing experience during your stay in Niue.
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Nu - One Fishing & Reef Cruises
Test your fishing skills from this 5m alloy boat skippered by a local operator. All fishing gear is provided which makes for a safe and reliable operation. Charters run for 3 hours with a maximum of 3 passengers on board
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Teresa's Charters
A 4 hour fishing charter for a maximum of 4 passengers on board fishing from an Alloy boat with a 90 HP Johnson motor.
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Toamana Charters
Targeting wahoo, yellowfin and mahi-mahi, anglers are welcome to take along their favorite tackle however Toamana's 5m alloy vessel is fully equipped to handle most of your fishing needs and experiences catering for a maximum of 3 anglers for a charter of up to 3 hours.
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Zoe Charters
Brand new 6.05metre Frewza Fisher aluminum pontoon boat. Space on board provides for comfortable line fishing charters up to 4 adult anglers, up to 5 spearo's, or 5-6 whales watchers or scenic excursion enthusiasts. Charter operations currently provided for 2012 season include afternoon charters only for all week days, and full Saturdays. Specializing in evening FAD run's. Operated primarily by a local owner (30+ years fishing and 25 years diving experience).
Flora & Fauna Tour Operators
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A5 Plantation & Uga Tours
Your local guide will stop and show you through the plantations to view the natural way of growing root crops, explain to you the different varieties and their traditional usage. Introduce you to the indigenous farming techniques & customs. The tour will also bring your attention to interesting flora and fauna and an opportunity to sample some of the produce grown. Baiting and hunting the Uga (Coconut Crab) is also an exciting opportunity and a must do on Niue.
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Ebony Forest Tours
What better way to acquaint yourself with Niue then by engaging in a eco-friendly tour with a knowledgeable guide who not only shares with you his great affinity with Niue’s rich tropical rainforest and its flora and fauna but also the secrets of Niue’s history and legends. A memorable stopover to Jacks workshop where he works as a carver using the local Ebony wood.
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Niue Vanilla Tours
Located in the village of Tuapa, this guided 2 hour guided tour shows visitors around a vanilla plantation and highlights some of the many uses of the plant. The plant flowers between the months of May – August and being able to view the flowers being pollinated by hand makes for a worthwhile trip. The tour will also include an over view of the harvest shed where the vanilla beans are processed. Light refreshment is provided
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Noni Farm
Located on the southern side of the island just past the village of Vaiea it was originally cleared for a dairy farm, since then it has been used as both a passion fruit farm and a quarantine station, then finally converted into a Noni farm in late 2004. The farm now has 18,000 noni trees and exports products to New Zealand and Asian markets. Enquire at the Visitor’s Information Centre for opening hours and tours.
Island Orientation Tour Operators
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Avatele Village Tour
Discover what lies beyond the peaceful Village Green on the "Avatele Village Tour"
On the walkk through the village you will learn about the history, daily life, local customs and food preparation. Visit the old Liolau School and walk down to Avatele Beach. Hear about the local weaving, canoes and village fishing traditions, marine food gathering and the legend of Mataginifale.
An opportunity to view family treasures, which include the "Kafa"(gridle made of womens hair) worn by a chief warrior during the war between Motu and Tafiti, original war clubs (ulumiti), spears (katoua) and others. Join Kuso on Thursday afternoon for this special village tour experience - you will not be dissapointed. Kuso has lived in Avatele all his life and has a wealth of stories and experiences to share. Resort transfer can be arranged for Matavai guests or self drive (1km south of Matavai) to Avatele and gather to the right of the village green by the war memorial.
Light Refreshments provided.
Day of Tour : Thursday
Time of Tour : 3pm
Cost Per Person : $40.00
Book at the Visitors Information Centre or Matavai Reception by Thursday 12pm or contact Kuso on ph 3708 OR mobile 5708
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Island Discovery Tour
Toamana’s orientation tour will introduce the first time traveler to the Island and bring repeat visitor up to date on some of the exiciting things to see and do in Niue. As you start the tour you will drive through the main village of Alofi, stopping off at strategic locations and finally ending up at the Matapa Chasm for a swim before returning to your accommodation. The tour usually takes place on a Saturday morning and is approximately 3 hours. A minimum of six is required.
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The Commodore’s Orientation Tour
Make the most of your short time here on Niue
“Fly” with the Commodore on a 4 hour visit to caves, cliff tops, chasms, & snorkelling spots.
Find out about Niue’s unique geology and learn where to go, when to go, what to see and what is free. The Commodore’s “Week on Niue” concisely summarises the numerous sightseeing and dining options for you to choose from and his Alofi South itinerary offers many historical insights. You will find both of these documents particularly useful as you make your own plans for the rest of your week here on Niue.
You will receive helpful tips for safe snorkelling, see Niue from a photographer’s perspective and get to know other visitors while having lots of fun and laughs.
You will travel in an air-conditioned mini bus and receive complimentary DVD’s to take home as well as hi-res images of Niue.
Commodore Keith - “bon vivant and raconteur”
Commodore of the Niue Yacht Club, "the Biggest Little Yacht Club in the World"
Kayaking Tour Operators
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Kayak Niue – Paddle at Our Pace
Discover Niue's amazing coastline on a guided tour or, for the more adventurous, hire a kayak and set your own pace.
Spa & Massage Treatments
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Namukulu Day Spa
We are committed to providing a relaxing and rejuvenating experience while you are here in Niue. To make your stay complete we would like to invite you to enjoy the benefits of our range of therapies including Relaxation and Deep Tissue Massage, Facials, and Body Treatments.
Additional Information
The Day Spa is open Monday to Thursday, 9am to 5pm. Bookings required.All our products and oils are from New Directions, Australia
Please advise of any medical issues, allergies, or if you are pregnant. Some treatments are inappropriate under some conditions, or require modification in relation to medical conditions.
Payment Policy
To receive the prebooking discount of 5%, payment is required at time of booking. Once booking request is recieved we will contact you, and payment can be made by direct deposit to our NZ bank account, or by credit card via paypal. When payment is recieved the booking will be confirmed.
Credit Cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, and AMEXDirections to Operator
If driving north from Alofi take the first right after Tuapa.
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