Gateway Town
Maia
Gateway Town
Tiny Taʻū airport hub: one hotel, two shops. Stock up basics here before island travel.
Quick facts
- Town Type
- Supply Depot
- Population
- 153
- Best Known For
- Island air gateway
- About This Town
- Maia is a small village on northeast Taʻū island with 153 residents and a simple economy built around Fitiuta Airport. One hotel, two shops, and a church provide basic services. It's a working settlement first—a transit hub for island access, not a leisure destination.
Town overview
- Town Type
- Supply Depot
- Population
- 153
- Best Known For
- Island air gateway
- About This Town
- Maia is a small village on northeast Taʻū island with 153 residents and a simple economy built around Fitiuta Airport. One hotel, two shops, and a church provide basic services. It's a working settlement first—a transit hub for island access, not a leisure destination.
- What Makes It Special
- Fitiuta Airport serves as the island's primary air gateway for Taʻū.
Park access
- Distance From Park
- 44.9 km east
- Nearest Airport
- Fitiuta Airport (in town)
Where to stay & eat
- Hotel Count
- 1
- Lodging Variety
- One small hotel
Planning advice
- The Vibe
- Maia is a practical, working settlement focused on island air service, not a leisure destination. Minimal tourist amenities but essential infrastructure for reaching park sites across Taʻū.
More details
- Nearby Facilities
- One hotel, two shops, and a church. No documented gas station or specialized services.
Location
Sources
- YourNPGuide Editorial
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Last updated July 2026. Report an issue.