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The pass between Lape and Langaitau has a point of reef
stretching from Lape, however. if you stay close to Langitau and
post a lookout on the bow. you may use this pass with caution.
Enter the pass in good weather with bright light. If in doubt,
take the northern route around Lape to make your approach to the
areas west of Lape.
LANGITAU is a very beautiful island and, as indicated on the
chart. may be used as a day anchorage in sand in approximately 15
to 20 feet of water. You will find interesting snorkeling in this
area.
On Vaka I eitu is the plantation of the Wolfgramm family who
were among the earliest of Vava'u's German settlers.
- LAPE is in the middle of Nuapapu' s bight and shelters a fine
anchorage on the N.W. side. There is also a small island just
N.E. of Lape. therefore. anchor southwest of this island just off
the small beach on Lape.
- To the S.E. of Lape lie three similar islands: Fonua Lai.
Sisia and Katafanga and they are all day anchorages since they are
very exposed. Sisia. the largest. offers good diving off the
beach and towards its southern end. At Katafanga you will find a
small beach lined with coconut trees and grass. It is a beautiful
picnic spot.
HAZARD: A most dangerous reef lies S.S.E. of Langitau and is not
properly marked on the navigational chart of Vava'u. However. we
have drawn it in on Chart Ill. Covered by 4 feet of water. the
