Matafonua Lodge overlooks a lagoon on the very tip of Foa Island, part of Haʻapai, a group of islands, reefs and shoals situated in the central part of Tonga.
This is a small, family-run boutique resort with only 10 traditional fales on site. These are thatched from local materials and decorated with local flowers, including red-blossomed heilala, plus frangipani and hibiscus. The grounds combine Tongan white sand trails between grassy patches and palm trees.
Each fale is equipped with electricity and hot water and the on-site restaurant serves a variety of international and local cuisine. The small island is packed with activities, including kayaking, paddle boarding, bush and reef walks, free diving, fishing and cycling. At the southern end of the eastern beach, you'll find stunning petroglyphs to study.
The house reef stretches for 400m and is located steps from the beach, while the clear, nutrient heavy waters provide good conditions for marine life to thrive.
