Neiafu is the second-largest towns in Tonga as well as one of the friendliest. Several companies in Neiafu offer excellent whale watching tours, as humpback whales emigrate to Vava'u from Antarctica each year arriving at the islands from June to October. The view from the top of Mt. Talau is as a beautiful sight, and a hike to the top from the trail head takes about 5-10 minutes, and the trail head is about a 15-20 minute walk up-hill from town. A 25 minute walk from town visitors will find the exciting fresh-water caves in Toula to explore.