Serenity Eco Retreat
Ha‘apai, Tonga
Experiences
Serenity is a place where you can slip out of your shoes and into a bathing suit or sarong and leave cars and television behind. It is for those who would enjoy sitting under the stars, eating by candlelight, visiting ancient stone mounds, snorkeling in crystal clear water, listening to locals play and sing traditional songs, swimming with whales, having a drink on the beach at sunset, reading a book in a hammock, receiving a relaxing massage, or walking for hours on the beach and seeing no one. There are many low sandy islands that you can visit and explore. There are also two dramatic volcanoes -- one active and one dormant which are 40 km away.
We have two 30 foot boats and do guided trips out to see and swim with the whales. Tonga is one of the few places in the world that people are able to get in the water and have an intimate experience with the whales. Being in the water with the whales is a heart opening and life changing experience and is possible from July to mid-October - sometimes longer.
We have a dedicated yoga/classroom and can accommodate groups with a focus such as business retreats, art, writing, meditation, dance, cooking, wellness, small church groups, yoga, family reunions and weddings.
- Swim with a mom and baby whale.
- Enjoy a campfire.
- Float above a huge manta ray.
- Enjoy a relaxing massage.
- Surf on a private surf break
- Kite surf with your own kite.
- Hike to see ancient stone mounds
- Relax in a hammock.
- Kayak over crystal clear water.
- Snorkel among colorful reefs.
- Take a boat to a traditional village and catch a fish on the way.
- Play music with friends.
- Enjoy a Tongan group perform traditional songs and dances
- Take time to for meditation, yoga or an artist’s way class
- Enjoy a 6 mile walk or kayak around the entire island