Alofi

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Introduction

Alofi is the capital and largest settlement of the island of Niue and has a population of about 650 inhabitants. The village consists of two smaller vilages, aptly named Alofi South and Alofi North, of which the first is slightly bigger and also the government headquarters are located here. It is located at the west coast of the island along Alofi Bay, opposite the only break in the coral reef that surrounds Niue. You can base yourself in Alofi to explore the island or go out to snorkel or dive with whales.

Neighbourhoods

Sights and Activities

Events and Festivals

Weather

Alofi has a warm tropical climate with humid conditions year round. Temperatures usually are 26 to 30 degrees Celcius during the day and well above 20 degrees at night. The April to October period is slightly cooler but has drier and sunnier conditions and this is when waters are calmer as well. November to March has much more rain and the occasional typhoon can hit Alofi, although years can go by without any severe storm.

Getting There

By Plane

Flights arrive at Hanan Airport (IUE) near Alofi. Airlines serving Niue are Air New Zealand flying in from Auckland and Polynesian Airlines from Samoa.

By Train

By Car

By Bus

By Boat

Getting Around

By Car

By Public Transport

By Foot

By Bike

Eat

Drink

Sleep

Budget

Mid-Range

Upscale

Work

Learn

Keep Connected

Internet

Phone

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