Cook Islands Tours & Activities
This full day tour is an excellent way to explore the picturesque and charming little island of Aitutaki. The short flight from the main island provides magnificent views of the offshore islets, protective coral reefs and pristine white beaches that border the islands. A guided tour through the main township of Arutanga and marketplace and inland villages of Tauto and Vaipae will provide a fascinating insight into traditional island culture. From here it’s off to the pier for a quick trip in a traditional catamaran to the top reef where you will snorkel and swim with the schools of tropical fish as well as hand feeding them. A BBQ fish lunch (not the same fish!) served on the boat will be enjoyed as you cruise to One Foot Island for an afternoon of sun and sea at your own pace before heading back to the mainland for the flight back to Rarotonga.
Captain Tama’s Lagoon Cruise is the perfect way to spend a day exploring and enjoying the protected lagoon area of Rarotonga. A cruise in a glass bottom boat to the renowned Muri Lagoon is the picture-perfect preview to the stunning coral and exotic marine life that you will explore close up as you hand feed and snorkel among schools of tropical fish. One of the highlights of the tour is the fresh BBQ fish lunch on Koromiri Island accompanied by the sweet sounds of native songs and fascinating displays of traditional dancing.
Tipani Tours operate this fantastic full day tour taking you high into the rugged mountains of Rarotonga. Experience the exhilarating 180 degree ocean views, marvel at the ‘open air museum’, experience traditional Polynesian life and be transported to another time and place as you are treated to a display of native customs. Delving deeper into the long forgotten way of life you will be amazed by the intellectual know how of the early signs of astrology and learn about the barbaric rocks of sacrifice. Saving the best til last you’ll also be given the opportunity to taste a selection of local delicacies.
This half day guided tour is the perfect way to explore Rarotonga in the comfort of an air conditioned coach. You will be picked up from your hotel and travel along Aru Tapu, the main coastal road, where you will explore the main township of Avarua before continuing on to a number of sacred sites. Highlights include the remarkable limestone churches, visiting the site of the legendary seven canoes and paying a visit to the sacred sites used for rituals, tribal meetings, traditional investiture of leaders and warriors, and even human sacrifices!
This half day adventure is a great way to explore some of the more remote locations of the island and takes you deep into the heart of Rarotonga. You will be captivated by the green valleys of Avatiu as you travel along a paved road to the inner sanctum of the island. Along the way you will be treated to access to sacred sites, insights into ancient rituals and sacrifices and vast expanses of taro plantations. Following the coastal highway of Aru Tapu you will pass by the old limestone churches and travel through the township of Avarua, resorts and village shops. Tangaroa 4x4 takes you to the heights of some of Rarotonga’s more accessible mountains offering spectacular views of the coastline and lagoon.
