Tsunami Rock & Beach
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A short walk to a pretty beach and the Tsunami Rock (The Maka Sio'ata) which is thought to be the largest piece of tsunami debris ever found. This large rock is believed to have been carried the 100m inland to where it now rests by a tsunami that hit Tonga thousands of years ago.
Getting there
How do you get to the start of the walk?
Off of Liku Road on Tongatapu in the village of Kala'au near Fahefa. When in Kala'au there is a side road down to the coast with a sign to Tsunami Rock.
Maps
Which maps cover the area?
Maps of Tongatapu.
Route/Trail notes
A detailed description of the walk!
From the end of the road there is two pullover areas with small trails that lead down to the beach from each so you can make a small loop. From the beach you will be able to look back inland to see Tsunami Rock. To reach the rock after exploring the beach you have to walk a short distance back up the road and take the left turn to the rock. Once at Tsunami Rock there is an obvious route to scramble up at the front of the rock near the sign. Great views can be had from the top.
Permits/Costs
Do you need any permits? What's the cost?
Free
Other References
How can I find more info? Any guide books?
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GPS Tracks
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