 Fakaofo : Profile
This is the most southerly atoll of the inhabited Tokelau islands and is the closest to Samoa. It is known for its swimming pigs and who forage for shellfish to eat. The island is reported as being incorrectly charted.
It has a store, a post office, internet and a clinic.
Position 171° 15' W, 9° 25' S.
There is an anchorage due west of Fakaofo islet, but it is exposed to the SE tradewinds.
An alternative anchorage, recommended by the islanders, is NW of the island, off Fenua Fala islet. The dinghy can be landed on the nearby beach, although a strong outboard engine may be needed to get through the surfline.
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