You're comfortable in open water and have some experience with freediving or spearfishing — but you're open to growth.

You're easy to travel with, can share a space, roll with a change of plans, and get really excited on whales!

• 10 nights twin share accommodation
• All meals throughout the trip
• Up to 7 days boat charter with skipper and guide
• Humpback whale swimming
• Blue water sessions for spearfishing or pelagic encounters
• Half-day ʻEua island tour
• Marine biology presentation
• Kava ceremony
• Souvenirs (T-shirt, cap, water bottle)
• Pre-trip support
• Photo gallery of your trip

Double Room brick fale aka beach shake with covered veranda with ocean views. Ensuite with fans and hot shower.

Here is our recommendation for a simple packing list:

• 3mm wetsuit, weight belt (dive knife if spearfing), mask, snorkel, freedive fins
• Spearfishing equipment: speargun between 100 to 140cm, floatline, and float.
• Comfortable light clothes, a thin long‑sleeve or rain jacket for evenings, good sun protection for the boat.
• Reef-safe, zinc-based sunscreen and polarised sunglasses.
• Cash for souvenirs or alcoholic beverages.

• Flights to/from Tonga
• Ferry transfer Tongatapu ↔ ʻEua
• Travel insurance (required)
• Personal freediving/spearfishing equipment
• Alcohol and personal expenses
• Domestic activities not listed

Pricing:

• All prices listed in AUD

To Secure Your Spot:

• Non-refundable deposit: $1,500 AUD required at booking
• This deposit is strictly non-refundable under all circumstances, including illness, injury, personal reasons, travel disruptions, weather events, or force majeure
• The deposit covers administrative, logistical, and third-party costs incurred immediately upon booking

Balance Payment Schedule:

• Today: Pay $1,500 AUD deposit (non-refundable)
• $2500 due June 15th & $2500 due July 15th
• Payment must be made via bank transfer only
• Failure to pay balance by due dates may result in cancellation of your booking and forfeiture of deposit

Accepted Payment Methods:

• Deposit: Credit card or bank transfer
• Balance: Bank transfer only

Full payment details and bank information provided upon booking confirmation.

Getting travel insurance that covers the appropriate activities is mandatory and your responsibility.

All cancellations must be submitted in writing to cindy@oceanglide.co

If You Cancel:

Deposit ($1,500 AUD):

• Non-refundable under all circumstances
• This applies regardless of reason: illness, injury, personal emergencies, travel disruptions, weather, or any other cause

60+ Days Before Departure:

• Any payments made beyond the deposit may be refunded

30-59 Days Before Departure:

• 50% of total trip cost is forfeited (including deposit)
• Example: If total cost is $4,200, you'll forfeit $2,100 and receive $2,100 back

Less Than 30 Days Before Departure:

• 100% of total trip cost is forfeited
• No refund issued

No-Shows or Early Departure:

• No refund will be issued under any circumstances
• This includes voluntary early departure or missed days due to illness

If Ocean Glide Cancels:

Operator-Initiated Cancellation:
If the expedition is cancelled by Ocean Glide due to weather, ocean conditions, vessel safety issues, medical emergencies, government restrictions, or force majeure events:

• You will receive a full refund of all payments made, excluding non-recoverable third-party costs
• OR you may receive a credit toward a future Ocean Glide expedition

What We're NOT Responsible For:

• International or domestic flights
• Accommodation booked before/after the expedition
• Travel insurance premiums
• Other personal travel-related expenses

Important Notes:

Travel Insurance is MANDATORY:

• We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance with:
  
  -Trip cancellation coverage
  "Cancel for any reason" coverage (if available)
  -Medical evacuation coverage
  -Adventure activity coverage
  
• Insurance must be purchased before final payment
• Proof of insurance may be requested

Extenuating Circumstances:

• Medical emergencies, family emergencies, and unforeseen events are covered by your travel insurance—not by Ocean Glide's cancellation policy
• We cannot make exceptions to the cancellation policy for any reason
• This is why comprehensive travel insurance is mandatory

Fly into Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU), Nuku'alofa, Tonga.

Connections available via Fiji Airways through Nadi, and via Auckland or Sydney. Return transfers between Nuku'alofa and Eua Island are included in your package.

Arrive the evening before your charter start date. Eua is a short domestic transfer from the main island and we will coordinate all group arrivals.

Most nationalities receive a free 31-day tourist visa on arrival. Passport must be valid for 6+ months beyond your travel date.