Atafu Atoll
Atafu Coral Atoll is considered the northernmost and smallest among the three atolls of Tokelau. It consists of forty-two “motu” islets. Their total area combined equals 3.5 square kilometers. In the east and northeast, the ancient reefs almost merge together to form the long strip of Hakataga-Motu.
General Information
Today, Atafu is honored for its large canoes, which were used by the ancient settlers to conquer the vast expanse of ocean.
On the atoll of great interest among tourists can cause an impressive number of familiar structures “ditch”. Interestingly, due to the fact that wood is considered incredibly expensive, most houses here are built of stone and other building materials.
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The inner lagoon of Atafu Island Atoll is rich in crustaceans and fish, making it an ideal place for all snorkeling and diving enthusiasts.
.In addition, at the outer walls of the reef, travelers will have the opportunity to get acquainted with representatives of local fauna and flora of the open ocean. This is facilitated by the fact that the depth increases quite slowly, and transparency is high.
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Diving equipment can be rented, the atoll is reached by boat. It is convenient to allocate the whole day for the excursion, so as not to limit the time of pleasure.
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