Thoughts on Anchoring at Big Mama’s (Pangaimotu, Tongatapu Group, Tonga)

November 21 – 26, 2012

We were anchored in front of Big Mama’s at Pangaimotu for about a week, and in all it was a great place to be.  The biggest drawback was not having access to town whenever we felt like it, but the advantages more than made up for that.  We had laundry service, diesel-jug-filling service, and one of the things most treasured by cruisers: a nice, comfortable place for everyone to gather and have a beer (or three) right next to the anchorage.  It was a great place to hang out, especially after a day spent working on the boat or provisioning in town. Plus, the sea breezes kept this area cool even when it was hot in town.  –Cyndi

Big Mama’s dinghy dock.
Big Mama’s dinghy dock.
A warm, lazy afternoon on the deck at Big Mama’s.
A warm, lazy afternoon on the deck at Big Mama’s.
Looking at the beach next to the restaurant.
Looking at the beach next to the restaurant.
Group weather discussions were a frequent pastime at Big Mama’s.
Group weather discussions were a frequent pastime at Big Mama’s.
The wreck off Big Mama’s.
The wreck off Big Mama’s.
The beach at the other end of Big Mama’s restaurant.
The beach at the other end of Big Mama’s restaurant.
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