Niue Sightseeing

• Visit Togo Chasm, on the island's eastern side, which is a beautiful area with tropical rainforest, towering coral pinnacles, white sand, palms and a hidden pond reputed to be home to a monstrous eel.

• Catch a glimpse of Niue's oldest traditions. Every month there are traditional coming-of-age haircutting and ear-piercing ceremonies held in various locations. However, prior permission must be sought to witness these.

• Visit the Talava Arches at low tide. These are a group of extraordinary arches and caverns, many containing stalactites and stalagmites, which may be visited at low tide. The archway was noted by Captain Cook in the 18th century.

• See Matapa Chasm with its fabulous swimming and snorkelling area, encased by steep cliffs overhanging a deep pool. Niueans sometimes jump from the overhanging cliffs into the deep water.

• Explore Alofi: take a look at the Women's Club Town Hall with its handicraft shop, and peruse Alofi Market on Fridays.

• Take a peek into the huge, gaping Avaiki Cave, reported to be where the first settler's canoe landed here. It is most accessible at low tide, and has a deep pool overhung by large stalagmites.

• Brave the slippery entrance to Palaha Cave, a dramatically sculpted and oddly coloured cavern that joins with many smaller caves; there is also a delightful little pool at its mouth, which locals recommend as the best spot to enjoy a romantic sunset (provided there is a low tide).

See Contact Addresses for further tourist information.