Tonga
Departure Airport
LAX
Language
Tongan/English
Project Location
Fua'amotu
Why is HEFY here?
We will be building homes for five families that otherwise don't have access to safe shelter.
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Country Challenge
As a remote island, Tonga struggles with limited resources, decreased tourism, and climate change. The poverty rate in Tonga is 22.1%, which means 1 out of every 5 Tongans lives. . .
Read moreGroup 1
Jun 1 to Jun 17
Group 2
Jun 15 to Jul 1
Group 3
Jun 29 to Jul 15
Group 4
Jul 13 to Jul 29
Group 5
Jul 27 to Aug 12
Cost
$3245
VISA REQUIREMENTS
None
MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS
TBA
TEMPLE
Nuku'alofa
WEATHER
Tropical, Humid, 65º-75º
SIGHTSEEING
Private Island & Cultural Activities
Move over New Zealand:Rugby is Tonga’s most popular sport! Like their Polynesian neighbours, the Tongans start their matches with a war dance--the Sipi Tau.
A Tongan Skiier?Olympian Pita Taufatofua went viral at the 2016 Rio Games as the “shirtless flag bearer.” The taekwondo practitioner came back to cross-country ski at the 2018 Winter Olympics as Tonga’s only competitor.
The Prince of Tonga is a Latter-day Saint!Tonga has the world’s largest number of Latter-day Saints per capita. Around 60% of Tongans are considered to be Mormon.
"Let this be a defining moment in your life. Choose to do the spiritual work required to enjoy the gift of the Holy Ghost, which can - and will - change your life." - President Nelson
Connect with local church members.
Explore the area and experience local customs.
Clean and simple lodgings.
