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What to do and see in Cook Islands, Cook Islands: The Best Walking Tours
If you're sitting at your desk having Robinson Crusoe daydreams, the Cook Islands might be a great vacation place for you. It doesn't get much more remote or more beautiful—what with the perfect beaches, deep jungle and coral lagoons. Each of the 15 islands seems more breathtaking than the last.
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1. Avarua Historical Walking Tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
This tour is a unique experience, the only one of it's kind on the island. The tour guide is very passionate about the history of his beloved Rarotonga and the stories behind the buildings and historical sites are very surprising, interesting and unique as well. It is a very simple but powerful way to meet locals and understand their culture and history.
Inclusions: Light refreshments of tropical fruit and juice included.
Exclusions: Private transportation
Reviewed By rossiris
Loved this tour. The food was plentiful and all delicious. So was the drink, homemade lemonade, local tropical fruit juice, or wine. The hosts were friendly and informative, as was the organiser who travelled with us. Entree, was as much as a meal, mains had great choices, and all the desserts were delicious. I was too full to go back for seconds! Also appreciated the grace before the meals and prayer of blessing at end of mains, plus the duet of the Cooks National anthem at close of the evening. Even the occasional shower did not detract. Loved the banter between the mains 'boss' and the 'houseboy'. We are just a senior couple, but there were other couples and young people. We warmly recommend this tour, as it gave us a chance to mingle with local people.
2. Cook Islands Cultural Village Tour with Night Show and Buffet Dinner in Rarotonga
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4.7 based on 67 reviews
Experience the perfect cultural experience in Rarotonga. This 5-hour activity combines a fun and interactive cultural village tour, followed by a Spectacular Over Water night show with Island/Western fusion buffet dinner. Immerse yourself in the culture of the Cook Islands on this ultimate experience with your pre-dinner cultural village The tour is from 5pm – 7:15pm. Afterwards, you are escorted to a waterside restaurant. Enjoy a sumptuous island western fusion buffet dinner at 7:30pm and then relax and watch the stunning dancers enthrall you with the Overwater Night Show - set to a legend of Rarotonga, the show is powerful and captivating for all ages! TRANSFERS - can be booked at an extra cost. Transfers must be booked directly with Te Vara Nui and paid locally
Inclusions: Buffet dinner, Glass of champagne, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Live entertainment
Exclusions: Drinks (available to purchase)
Reviewed By chloesansomphoto
Awesome cultural experience thoroughly enjoyed it! The food was incredible too! My only downside was seating, we wanted to be in the wings on the sides but sadly missed out. I understand seating is tight but maybe something to re think. We will still be back!!!! Maybe we can request seating next time? ????
3. Cook Islands Cultural Village Tour at Muri Beach
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1.0 based on 1 reviews
Follow the guides around the cultural village huts and learn through demonstration about the history of the Cook Islands and Polynesian culture, navigation, local medicines, old fishing techniques, costume and Tapa making, legends and more. This 2-hour small group tour is fun for all ages being educational, informative and interactive. Your Village Tour has arts and other aspects of Cook Islands Maori culture reflective of a proud race of Polynesians who will graciously share their culture and tradition with you
Inclusions: Informative and interactive fun tour, Easy walk through a Rarotongan village - sensible footwear recommended, Local guide, Tour escort/host
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off not included in the price (must be booked direct with Te Vara Nui office)
Reviewed By natashaaadanae
Incredible. First time I went i missed the tour but the 2nd time we visited we did the tour and the show at night. The drums are music to my ears, entertainment is awesome and food is even better. I think offering guests mosquito repellent would be a good idea as i got bitten quite a lot as we sat close to the water
4. Afternoon Stroll Walking Tour
Brand new tour! Rarotonga has many stories - and many stories about the stories. For those of you interested in learning more about this beautiful island - but not so keen on riding a bicycle - why not come on a walking tour? Come be intrigued and learn more about Rarotonga with a knowledgeable tour guide, on a casual, easy-paced stroll around the Avarua - Tupapa area near town on a quiet Saturday afternoon. This tour would especially appeal to those interested in the history and culture of the Islands. Finish up with a cold drink at a local bar. Suitable for any age. Please visit our website for more information about this and other tours, included supplier direct rates and discounted tour bundles.
Inclusions: Finish the tour with a drink at a local bar, before being dropped off back at your accommodation or where ever you like!, Private transportation
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Reviewed By Jeanette B
Very good tour with a lot of information about life on Rarotonga an local fruits. We biked and along the way we could have tasted about 10 different fruits-very good.
5. 'Walk about' Tour with Fresh Fruit Ice Cream
Brand new tour!! Our ‘Walk-about’ tour is designed for those that want a Storytellers experience - but without the bicycle! This easy walking tour takes place on the west coast of the island, on the ‘back road’ or Ara Metua, finishing with a fresh fruit ice cream. This tour is suitable for all ages and is family friendly: so long as you can comfortably walk and have equipment for taking small children if applicable, then this guided tour will be perfect for you. This tour provides you with the opportunity to really experience and learn more about Rarotonga, it’s people, way of life, environment and so on, while sharing a few laughs with your group and tour guide. Each walk is tailored to your interests: you decide what interests you most and your guide while incorporate that into your tour.
Inclusions: Real fresh fruit ice cream, or a hot / cold drink if preferred, Private transportation
Exclusions: Please bring our own water for the walk.
Reviewed By Jeanette B
Very good tour with a lot of information about life on Rarotonga an local fruits. We biked and along the way we could have tasted about 10 different fruits-very good.
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