Explore: Fakaofo
General Info
This is the most southerly atoll of the inhabited Tokelau islands and is the closest to Samoa. It is known for its swimming pigs who forage for shellfish to eat. The island is reported as being incorrectly charted.
Position: 09° 23.31′ S, 171° 15.09′ W (Fale inlet)
Clearance
This is a Port of Entry.
See the main Tokelau Formalities page for details of clearance.
Docking
There is an anchorage due west of Fakaofo islet, but it is exposed to the SE trade winds.
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 surf line.
It has a store, a post office, internet and a clinic.
Places
Fakaofo, Tokelau
