Niue Travel Tips
When to Visit
Most travellers can agree that visits have more ideal conditions during July and August. While this is during the high season it is rare for Niue to be crowded, plus these months are during the dry season PLUS whale season (Niue is known for the yearly visits from these mammals from the deep) and Village Show Day season! It is important to consider September and October however as the shoulder season still has great weather with lesser crowds and slightly better flight prices.
Language
Fakaalofa lahi atu! (Hello!) Niueans speak both Niuean (a Polynesian language related to Tongan and Samoan) and English.
Niuean is treasured by locals and travelling Niueans —keeping culture alive, one word at a time.
Time Zone
Niue plays by its own rules on the timezone UTC-11.
This makes Niue one of the last places on earth to say goodbye to the sun each day!
It may be a relatively short flight from New Zealand to the country of Niue, but it's a whole day behind!
A whopping 21 Hours behind Brisbane all year round, and 22 Hours behind Sydney during Daylight savings time! This can make for a confusing adjustment to your clock, It's like discovering a secret chapter in the Pacific time-travel guide.
Read further down on how to hop over the International Date Line - don't worry, once you have arrived, it's very easy to sink into having an extra day of holiday to enjoy.
Currency
The official currency of Niue is the New Zealand Dollar (NZD). Credit cards are accepted by plenty of vendors but cash is more favourable to locals. It’s best to bring a cash supply with you however as there are no ATM’s and limited withdrawal opportunities once in Niue.
Niue is considered moderately expensive compared to mainland Australia, with accommodation, dining, and activities priced similarly to other Pacific Island destinations.
Travel Insurance
Niue is not considered a 'flop and drop' style South Pacific destination, more often being popular amongst explorers, divers, hikers, and adventurous travellers due to its remote location and coral atoll landscape, making for a challenging time finding a sunbathing spot!
Comprehensive travel insurance is highly recommended for your holiday to Niue, and at Spacifica Travel, we recommend ensuring your policy covers medical emergencies, trip cancellations, and delays as well as any adventure activities you plan to do on your holiday such as diving or boat rides during whale season.
It is also imperative to check if your insurance includes medical evacuation coverage, as facilities on the island are limited.
Electricity
Niue keeps it simple with the same Type I sockets and 240V voltage as Australia, your devices can plug in and power up without a fuss.
How to get there
From Australia, all flights to Niue will travel via Auckland, New Zealand.
From New Zealand, a very easy transit will find you on a short roughly 3 hour flight to the remote atoll of Niue (arriving the day prior).
Both directions have a stop in New Zealand, and certain times of year may require an overnight stay in either direction.
Confused about flight connections and time zone changes? Speak to our expert Reservations Team at Spacifica Travel for assistance.
Entry Requirements
Australian citizens do not require a visa for visits up to 30 days. However, a valid passport with at least six months validity from the date of entry is necessary. Ensure your passport is in good condition and has sufficient blank pages for entry stamps. You also have to have proof of accommodation for the duration of your stay, and a return flight booked. Your bookings do not require middle names at current, but as each destination can update their immigration requirements at any time we recommend checking this again prior to your departure.