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What to do and see in Niue, Niue: The Best Nature & Parks
Discover the best top things to do in Niue, Niue including Limu Pools, Matapa Chasm, Avaiki Cave, Talava Arches, Opaahi Landing, Utuko Beach, Tautu Reef, Hio Beach, Palaha Cave, Hikulagi Sculpture Park.
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1. Limu Pools
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 101 reviews
The northern coast of the island contains these beautiful swimming and snorkeling areas.
Reviewed By VictoriaTupou - Auckland, New Zealand
Stunning natural pools within a short walk from the road side. This was a perfect place for our group, as there was deeper water and rocks for adults to jump from, and shallower water perfect for our 7-year-old to snorkel around. There was also a shade cloth which was a lovely respite from the sun! Just perfect.
2. Matapa Chasm
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5.0 based on 125 reviews
Fresh cool water from a stream made this chasm a favorite swimming place for the kings of Niue.
Reviewed By Hopotoa
This place used to be a reserve bathing spot for kings only royal bathe. When Christianity is introduced to Niue, the system of kings no longer exist. The royal bathe area becomes public swimming and picnic area. Anybody swim there can feel the royalty and the majestic of the kings feelings of welcome. The special feature of this swimming spot is the cool fresh water flowing from underneath the rocks from top to meet the warm sea water which made it unique. Purity of water meets preserving of life, healing and cleansing by sea salt. People can climb up top and jump off the high rocks.
3. Avaiki Cave
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By gordond773 - Sunshine Coast, Australia
I couldn't get used to not walking on a beach to get to the water, very different, but every entry point to the water on Niue is different. This one, like the others, goes down through a cave, but what is on the other side is pretty special. This is where the ancient kings once bathed, and why wouldn't they? Protected from the ocean by a coral reef, protected from the sun by being under the lip of the cave; beautiful clear water, coral and tropical fish. No wonder the kings wanted to keep it for themselves. It is also the site of the first canoe landing. If I landed here after a long sea voyage I reckon I'd stay too. Well worth a visit but wait until low tide.
4. Talava Arches
5. Opaahi Landing
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
The historic location where Captain Cook attempted to land in the 1700s.
Reviewed By Hopotoa
Uplifting feeling of once was a place the well known Captain James Cook landed in 1774 with the elite navy of her majesty of England the Queen Elizabeth. A history oriented person will automatically feel the presence of the event long past when the great navigator once was on at this very place confronting the elite warriors of Niue. Best of the best warriors of that time in the Pacific are a legend remembered by Niue people and all Pacific islands. Navy soldiers of England was no match for the fierce Niue warriors after a fierce challenge with the guns and cannon firepower of England. It didn't impress them at all. The captain was moved and was admired by their bravery. He honor their courage as a fair challenge during the negotiation ended up in a draw that the warriors won and a friendly diplomacy established. A metaphorical name Savage Island was given to honor and protect Niue from foreign invasion. A special envoy from England later visit Niue to meet the king to sign a treaty of ally country and under protection of her majesty the queen. The place has massive rocks brought in by legendary Maui to block the entrance to the land. Fishermen with their canoes go fishing at this place. A good place to take photos of people dress up as Niue warriors. It mainly a place where England and Niue made a historical connection. To this day that special connection still remains.
6. Utuko Beach
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4.5 based on 57 reviews
Reviewed By goddess_livvy - Sydney, Australia
Come at low tide and you will be treated to the best snorkelling on all of Niue. The corals are lush, colourful and varied and there is a huge number of fish and some sea snakes. The beach is quite small (and virtually disappears when it's not low tide) but the reef starts very close to the shore and is dense. Be careful of strong currents around here.
7. Tautu Reef
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4.5 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By SandraR8428 - Leeston, New Zealand
I made an early start (4am from Scenic Matavai) to ensure I would be there in time to watch the sunrise through the entrance to the cave. We had gone to check it out the day before - just to see how difficult it would be to get there. Would suggest taking a torch with you if you are going to see sunrise. The end of the road into it is Very steep - but there are a couple of places where you can pull off and leave the car (just watch out for coconut trees above). If you don't want to take the car down, it's only about a 20min walk. If the tide is out you can get right out on the reef - it's lovely. Well worth the effort!
8. Hio Beach
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4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By ElaineT007 - Taranaki Region, New Zealand
Another lovely little bay with short walk to access it. Nice to actually sit on some sand rather than rock and nice place to snorkel at the right tide.
9. Palaha Cave
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4.5 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By SandraR8428 - Leeston, New Zealand
Not too hard to get too - lovely and cool down there on a hot day. Amazing rock formations. Can be slippery underfoot (reef shoes would be good), and a torch would be handy too. Great photos.
10. Hikulagi Sculpture Park
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3.5 based on 124 reviews
Reviewed By claudiadU6871MO - Timaru, New Zealand
Nice stop amongst coconut trees. Would be fantastic if there were more sculptures as I am sure there are lots of hidden artists on the island!
