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Mata-Utu
About Mata-Utu
Mata Utu is the capital of the Wallis and Futuna Territory. It is located on the island of Wallis. The island has little tourism although it is often visited by cruising yachts.
Local highlights
Enjoy the city and the island
- Enjoy the protected lagoon with its rich marine life. There are several small islets in the lagoon.
- See the spectacular Wallis crater lakes like lake Lalolalo, Kikila and Lanutavake.
- Talietumu-the archaeological site of a one-time fortified Tongan (1450 AD).
- Visit the King's Palace
- See the Cathedral
- Visit Gahi Bay (quit a hike)
Highlights in the vicinity
- See Futuna with its beautiful beaches and volcanoes. Mt. Puke is biggest volcano at 760 m.
Good to know
- No. of inhabitants: 1200
- Timezone: UTC +12
- Weather: the hot, rainy season is from November to April and the cooler, dry season from May to October. The average humidity is 80% and the temperature 27 °C.
- When visiting you will come in contact with a relatively unspoilt Polynesian society ruled by the traditional Polynesian chieftain, the Lavelua
Local transport
- Walk. No buses or taxi’s
- Rental car
- Island hopping by air
Inbound transport
- Nearest airport: Mata-Utu with connections to New Caledonia and Tahiti/French Polynesia
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