What to see and do in Rarotonga

About Rarotonga Places of Interest, Sightseeing, Things to do, Rarotonga Acitivities, Sightseeing, Highlights

Rent a Snowmobile & ExploreThe snowmobile is the most favourite means of transportation on Rarotonga and the ideal way to discover the islands age. Simply take the 32km coastline that surrounds the islands or drive up-country to the Ara Metua Reef Strait to see some of the island's luxuriant plants.

Cross Muri LagoonRelax on a ship on a dusktime sunride, go to a dark bead factory, eat a grilled seafood meal or get acquainted with coral and sea creatures on a glass-bottom boating trip. If you want, you can make a reservation with Captain Tama's Regoonruises. Yellow Reef Sub also operates lake tours from the port of Avatiu.

One of Rarotonga's most beautiful sands, Muri Beach is ideal for bathing, yachting, windsurfing and snorkeling. Lagoons of blue and blue and tiny off-shore isles contribute to its attractiveness. We have silicone mask, snorkel, flippers and boots, or rent a boat and discover the small isles of the lake.

Go-divingThere are guiding courses for all skill level, from wreck to passage, dropoff and overnight diving, as well as trial and ding. The Dive Centre, situated in the breathtaking Aroa Beach Sea Conservation Area, Dive Rarotonga and Pacific Divers are among the locals. Go for a stroll through the Takitumu Nature Preserve A sensational guide through the luxuriant rainforest allows you to see one of the world's rare bird species, the threatened Rarotonga Flycatcher (kakerori).

Take one of Rarotonga's guided walks or take a stroll through the natural surroundings and get to know the indigenous medicinal herbs and the indigenous wildlife. On a 4WD SafariTangaroa 4x4 Adventures take you along the Ara Metua Road of Rarotonga to see old whitefish and historical places, and you will be preparing an ufu (underground stove ) for a time-honoured party that will cook during your trip.

You' ll join the tour in your own'Bug Rider', visit Rarotonga's waterfalls, orchards and whitefish and finish off with a fresh dip in the swamp. Make a full-board excursion to AituakiDay excursions to the beautiful island of Aitutaki start every morning except Sundays, from 8am and back at 5.30pm. The breathtaking laguna of Aitutaki is known for its crystalline blue water and sandy beach.

This full-time excursion will include airport transfer and airfare, a sightseeing safari and a scenic drive around the lake with a tasty barbeque luncheon. Reservations can be made with Air Rarotonga. Situated 7km behind Avarua, the Cultural Village is a great place to learn more about the Cook Islands civilization. Rarotonga's only open cascade has a large private poolside perfect for a cool swim on a warm summer evening.

The Arorangi area offers walks through the luxuriant Rarotonga plantation to Wigmore's Waterfall, then back along the lovely sands. Avarua is the trading center of Rarotonga and the capitol of the Cook Islands with views of a lovely dock. One good way to enjoy the lively indigenous cultural life is to take part in one of the island cooks' nights.

Each larger resort organizes at least once a weeks an archipelago night with folk singing and dancing and an insular festival known as Úmukai.