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Tucked away in the central Pacific, Tuvalu is a peaceful island nation of coral atolls, lagoons, and deep Polynesian traditions. This itinerary offers a gentle and meaningful journey through the capital Funafuti and nearby islets, with cultural exchanges, lagoon adventures, and time to simply slow down and connect.
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Departure point: Airport/Port/ Accommodation pick-up
Arrival point: Airport/Port/ Accommodation pick-up drop- off
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Funafuti International Airport (Google Map)
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Tucked away in the central Pacific, Tuvalu is a peaceful island nation of coral atolls, lagoons, and deep Polynesian traditions. This itinerary offers a gentle and meaningful journey through the capital Funafuti and nearby islets, with cultural exchanges, lagoon adventures, and time to simply slow down and connect.
Arrive at Funafuti International Airport, where you’ll be greeted with a warm smile and transferred to your accommodation. After check-in, enjoy a short walk along the lagoon, then join your host for a traditional Tuvaluan welcome dinner.
Overnight: Hotel or guesthouse in Funafuti
Meals: Dinner
Begin with a guided island tour to get acquainted with Funafuti. Visit the local market, the National Library, and the site of the WWII airfield built by U.S. forces. Stop by Teone Church and enjoy a local lunch at a family-run eatery. The afternoon is free to relax or snorkel in the lagoon.
Overnight: Funafuti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Take a boat trip across the Funafuti lagoon to Funafala, a quiet islet with only a few residents. Swim in turquoise waters, enjoy a picnic lunch, and learn about traditional atoll living and sustainable fishing practices. Return to Funafuti by sunset.
Overnight: Funafuti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Visit a local community to learn about Tuvaluan culture and crafts. Join a mat-weaving demonstration, try your hand at traditional dance, and learn basic Tuvaluan phrases. In the evening, enjoy a cultural show or “fatele” (drum-led group dancing), if scheduled.
Overnight: Funafuti
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Take a guided visit to the Funafuti Conservation Area, a protected marine reserve teeming with reef fish and coral. Go snorkeling, birdwatching, or simply enjoy a boat ride through the atoll’s pristine waters. Light lunch provided on board or on a beach.
Overnight: Funafuti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Enjoy your final full day at leisure. Visit local schools or churches, rent a bike to cycle the island, or simply unwind at your accommodation. Optional: book a visit to nearby islets or arrange a private reef fishing trip with locals.
Overnight: Funafuti
Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast before transferring to the airport for your departing flight. Leave with a deeper appreciation of Tuvalu’s beauty, culture, and people.
Meals: Breakfast