4 Cave & Lava Tube Tours in Polynesia Worth Booking

1.3-Hour East Coast and Anahulu Cave Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 61 reviews · 3 hours · from $42Our pick

Travel across Tongatapu with an English-speaking guide, stopping at the Royal Palace, royal tombs, Captain Cook’s landing place, Ha’amonga ‘a Maui, Maka Fa’akinanga, Anahulu Cave, and Anahulu Beach. The $42 price includes transport, cave entry, and hotel pickup. Bring beachwear and proper shoes.

“Amazing trip with wonderful Viki. She told lots of local facts and traditions, helped with taking pictures. She created a relaxing atmosphere and she also a very good driver.”

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2.3-Hour Tongatapu East Coast and Anahulu Cave Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 21 reviews · from $71

Spend three hours touring Tongatapu’s east coast with a local guide, then swim in Anahulu Cave’s cool freshwater pool. You’ll visit royal tombs, the Ha’amonga’a Maui Trilithon, Captain Cook’s landing place, Anahulu Beach, and other historic sites. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, with morning and afternoon departures available.

“Organization was great. Everything was on time and fairly well explained. The caves were stunning....but a challenge for some group members to get to (I would definitely consider your fitness level before booking). Guide started off strong (aRead more”

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3.Shore Excursion: 3-Hour Tongatapu East Coast and Anahulu Cave Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 13 reviews · from $71

Spend about three hours touring Tongatapu with a local driver-guide, from Nuku’alofa’s royal sites to Captain Cook’s Landing Place and the ancient Ha’amonga’a Maui. You’ll also visit quiet Anahulu Beach and swim in Anahulu Cave’s freshwater pool. Pickup and drop-off are at Vuna Wharf, with groups limited to 15.

“It's worth the time and money. Beautiful impression and very pleasant guide and driver. Flexible duration of stay at cave/beach.”

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4.Cave Pools and Lava Tube Swims in Upolu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $149Top rated

Spend about seven hours with guide and owner Tim visiting Piula Cave Pool, To Sua Ocean Trench, and Vaiula Cave Pool. You’ll swim through a freshwater cave, cross tidal water to a second trench, walk through a 150-meter lava tube, enjoy a tuna focaccia lunch, and return to Apia by air-conditioned vehicle.

“It was a wonderful day full of exciting adventures and lots of stopovers to allow one to take in all the surrounding beauty. Tim is a fantastic tour guide, totally committed to providing the best possible experience to his guests, and more than happy to participate in all the activities. A highly recommended tour!”

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