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The lowest point is the Pacific Ocean 0m. Niue is divided into 14 villages municipalities. It is a self-governing state in free association with New Zealand. Located on the western coast of the island at the heart of the Alofi Bay is, Alofi — the capital and the largest village of Niue. Alofi is also the administrative, industrial and financial center of the country.
Niue is an island nation and a raised coral atoll located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. It is geographically positioned both in the Western and Southern hemispheres of the Earth. Niue is situated between Tonga, Samoa and Cook Islands. About every village has a green and most evenings the residents come out and play a friendly game of touch. So if you feel like mingling and playing a bit of sports, just ask around and you'll surely find a game.
Snorkelling is an alternative to diving. Further north from Hio there's a pair of giant natural pools at Matapa that are best at low tide. Around the island there are places to snorkel outside the reef but should only be attempted by confident swimmers; in any case, seek local advice and check water conditions before venturing off on your own.
To be completely safe, go with a partner or take a tour. Niue Dive operates snorkelling trips to sites around the island, including Snake Gully. You can also snorkel and swim with spinner dolphins April to December and humpback whales June to October. Contact Willy Saniteli for info. Of course it's also possible to fish on your own, but remember that fishing is prohibited on Sundays. Weaving is a popular traditional pastime on Niue.
Most of the older ladies on the island go to a weaving group once a week. If you want to try it, try:. The Uluvehi landing is the landing place of Christianity on Niue and a very nice spot for relaxation.
There is also a kitchen there with plans to open for service at certain days and hours to serve visitors to the area.
You can drive down to Uluvehi from the village green. Tour scenic sites, swim at Uluvehi, visit caves, bush walks, fishing, making umu, talk to people, sunbathing. Exchange rates fluctuate. Current rates for these and other currencies are available from XE. It is divided into cents. Few souvenirs are available. Postcards are available at the post office and there are two souvenir shops in Alofi. There is also an art gallery at the Niue Commercial Centre.
Niuean weaving is among the finest in the Pacific and make great souvenirs. Even though some places now accept "plastic" the system is often down. If you run out of money you will be stuck. Take the hint, do not show up in Niue without more money than you think you'll need! Due to the fact that just about everything has to be imported, Niue is a bit more expensive than New Zealand. Tobacco products are much cheaper due to the lack of taxes. Alcohol is more expensive, although not as much so if you buy it at the duty-free shop in the main commercial centre of Alofi.
Once you have bought your food and paid for your rental car and its fuel, there is not much else to spend your money on, though a couple of tours could be worthwhile and most are good value. Exploring the caves, chasms and sea tracks on your own is free. If you bring you own snorkelling gear with you, snorkelling in is free too. Bring a sense of culinary adventure.
Local specialities include uga coconut crab , anything with coconut, and the like. If you love tropical fruit you'll have fun in Niue; passion fruit, cassava, taro, vanilla, kumara, and various other fruits are available but it can be a bit hard finding where to buy them - try the Tuesday or Friday morning market in Alofi, or various roadside stalls.
The supermarket has a limited selection. One suggestion for eating out on Niue is to plan - book ahead, that way the restaurant will know you are coming and will be sure to stay open for you.
All the main eating places are in Alofi and there is a variety of food from fish and chips, to Indian food, paninis, pizza, etc. Most visitors to Niue self-cater for most if not all the time. Most shops are closed Sunday and open limited hours on Saturday; therefore it is advisable to stock up on food on Friday. For the really adventurous, try Noni juice at the Vaiau Farm. Anything that tastes that bad has to be really good for you! Most places to stay are in or near Alofi, and there are one or two options going toward Avatele.
Accommodation is non-existent on the eastern side of the island unless you have friends or are fortunate enough for a local to invite you in. Camping is permitted as long as you're not on private land but is strongly discouraged due to mosquitoes and, like in many Pacific islands, locals can take it like you're rejecting their hospitality.
There is one small campus, a branch of the Fiji-based University of the South Pacific and only one high school and one primary school. However, you can learn a lot about the history and culture of Niue just by speaking with older people who are in the know. Teaching positions may be available at some of the primary schools, and if you are interested in investing, Niue encourages investment in new and existing businesses. Niue is a very safe island. The only jail is located next to the only golf course and is considered an open prison.
Crime is extremely minimal if not non-existent, and it's not uncommon for tourists to meet the Premier. If you want to meet your first head politico, this is the place!
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