RAROTONGA, COOK ISLANDS

This tour will takes us to the heights of Rarotonga where the views of the lagoon, the valleys and the inland villages are stunning. During our tour our guide will give commentary on various traditional uses of the local fauna and flora.

This tour will takes us to the heights of Rarotonga where the views of the lagoon, the valleys and the inland villages are stunning. During our tour our guide will give commentary on various traditional uses of the local fauna and flora. We will be treated to sights and sounds that the normal visitor traffic would not get to experience.Departing from the quayside, we shall join our 4 wheel drive safari trucks and depart towards Hospital hill before joining the back road leading to the village of Arorangi. We will continue along towards Titikaveka where we will visit Wigmore’s inland track and the waterfall.After a short photo opportunity we shall continue along the main road towards Muri-Ngatangiia and head inland to the peak at Aroko Heights for a great bird’s eye view of the lagoon. Lastly we shall continue to Avana, for more photo opportunities and commentary before returning to the pier via the Cook Islands Cultural Centre.

Please note that this tour is not suitable for passengers with limited mobility or wheelchair passengers. Passengers on this tour should be prepared to get bumped around, therefore it is also unsuitable for passengers with neck and back problems, or pregnant ladies. Passengers will be seated on wooden benches in the 4-wheel trucks. There will be a deep step to negotiate in order to board the vehicle. For your reference, the driver will also be our guide. Commentary will be given at the stops. Because of the nature of the tour, casual clothing should be worn; please remember your sun protection. Passengers who suffer from vertigo may find that this tour is not suitable for them.

DESCRIPTION CORRECT FOR 2008 WORLD CRUISE