Whether you’re looking to relax, learn about the culture or go on an adventure, there’s no shortage of epic things to do on Rarotonga, Cook Islands
We have to admit that even though we’d heard of the Cook Islands, we never really knew much about them. We had a feeling they’d be tropical, probably beautiful, but we had no idea just how spectacular they’d be.
This gorgeous archipelago in the middle of the Pacific Ocean is a self-governing island, in association with New Zealand, meaning that it is technically it’s own country, but its people are citizens of New Zealand.
We were lucky enough to spend a week on Rarotonga, the largest and most populated island of the Cook Islands, and absolutely fell in love with its vibe, people and amazing activities.
Our List of the Best Things to Do in Rarotonga
For such a relatively small place, we couldn’t believe just how many Rarotonga activities there were to enjoy.
We’ve been to island destinations before where pretty much the only activity was sitting in a hammock by the beach.
Not here.
7 days wasn’t nearly enough time to do everything on the island, but we gave it our best trying to tick them all off anyway!
Here’s our list of the best things to do on Rarotonga, Cook Islands to help you make the most of your next trip.
Note – All prices listed are in New Zealand Dollars (NZD) unless otherwise stated.
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Have an Awesome Night at the Highland Paradise Cultural Show
While the scenery in the Cook Islands is what blows people’s minds, it’s the culture that makes people fall in love with the archipelago, and the best place to learn about it is at the Highland Paradise Cultural Show.
The Highland Paradise Sunset Cultural Show is a dancing, singing and feasting extravaganza held in a small mountain village on the western end of the island every Wednesday and Friday night.
You are picked up from your accommodation and driven up the mountain, with incredible views of Rarotonga and the sea below you as you twist your way up the steep road.
Once you arrive you’re greeted by the chief and taken into the traditional village that has been reconstructed to be the same as it would have been back in the days when warriors and tribes dominated the island.
The chief tells stories of how life would have been, then you are treated to a ceremony in one of the most sacred places in Rarotonga.
As the sun goes down everybody heads to the…
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