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Amatuku

Amatuku is a small island within the Funafuti atoll of Tuvalu. It is primarily known as the site of the Tuvalu Maritime Training Institute. Travelers visit the island to see the training facilities and experience the natural environment of a smaller islet away from the main population center of Fongafale.

Getting There

The island is accessible from the main center of Funafuti via the Tengako peninsula, located to the north of Fongafale Island. Access typically involves a combination of land travel to the peninsula and a short boat trip to reach the island. Travel time varies depending on boat availability and sea conditions.

Duration of Visit

A few hours are generally sufficient to explore the island and visit the maritime institute. The small size of the landmass means there is limited ground to cover.

When to Visit

Visitors should plan their trip during daylight hours. As a training institute and a small island, it does not experience typical tourist crowds, though visitors should be mindful of the institute's operational schedule.

Nearby Attractions

The island can be combined with visits to other nearby islets and areas in the atoll:

  • Mulitefala: 0.6km
  • Tengako: 3.1km
  • Fualefeke: 5.5km
  • Te Afualiku: 7.9km

Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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Mulitefala

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Mulitefala

A small island belonging to Funafuti Atoll, just an 8-minute boat ride from Amatuku Jetty. Also known as Pandanus Island, it's a great place to stay at a small guesthouse and enjoy the quiet.

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Tengako

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Tengako

A peninsula at the northern tip of Fongafale Island in Funafuti, Tuvalu, connecting to Amatuku Island at its end. It's a pleasant place for a walk amid quiet island scenery.

3.1 km away
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Fualefeke

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5.5 km away
Te Afualiku

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Te Afualiku

Te Afualiku is a small island belonging to Funafuti, Tuvalu, considered the smallest island in all of Tuvalu. Its tiny size makes for a uniquely memorable landscape.

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Pukasavilivili

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