13 Day Cook Island Discovery

South Pacific Islands 13 Day Cook Island Discovery

13 Days

13 Day Cook Island Discovery

Start LocationRarotonga End LocationRarotonga
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Code 13CID
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Aitutaki, Rarotonga

Start LocationRarotonga End LocationRarotonga

Submerge yourself into the vibrant culture of song, dance and age-old traditions that is so much part of the Cook Islands way of life! On this 13 Day Cook Island Discovery, explore high mountain peaks, lush rainforests, palm-fringed shoreline and immerse yourself in culture while enjoying relaxation time, the sandy beaches and the world's most beautiful lagoon.

Trip Highlights

  • Morning Safari 4WD Tour
  • Morning Safari 4WD Tour
  • Rarotonga progressive dinner
  • Rarotonga progressive dinner
  • Rarotonga Lagoon Cruise
  • Rarotonga Lagoon Cruise
  • Te Vara Nui Cultural Centre with over water night show and dinner
  • Te Vara Nui Cultural Centre with over water night show and dinner
  • Aitutaki Lagoon Cruise
  • Aitutaki Lagoon Cruise

An unforgettable journey awaits you

Embark on a travel experience that will stay with you forever. We offer a blend of culture, adventure, and tranquility, ensuring every moment is filled with wonder. Whether you're seeking thrill or relaxation, we create journeys that are truly unforgettable.

The Journey Begins

Day 1: Rarotonga

Upon arrival in Rarotonga, you will be transferred to your hotel accommodation.

Overnight: Rarotonga
Day 2: Rarotonga touring

Enjoy a morning 4WD Safari exploring around some of Rarotonga's historical sites and Rarotonga's highest point only accessible by 4x4's. Later on, spend the day relaxing by the pool or snorkelling in the crystal clear waters of the lagoon.

Overnight: Rarotonga
Day 3: Te Vara Nui Cultural Centre

Today, you will be spending a day at Te Vara Nui Cultural Centre combining the rich pre-dinner Cultural Village Tour with the Spectacular Over-Water Night Show and Buffet Dinner. With compelling legend stories set overwater portraying the past and fast hip-shaking dances with resounding beats of drums and rhythms of song and dance, this spectacular setting and performance are guaranteed to lift the hairs on the back of your neck.

Overnight: Rarotonga Meals: Dinner
Day 4: Rarotonga at leisure

Spend the day at your own pace with our suggested day trips in the area include Nature Walk with Pa, Rarotonga ATV Tour or discover the island by stopping for a swim, shopping at the small craft stores or walking into a cafe for a cool drink and a bite to eat.

Overnight: Rarotonga
Day 5: Progressive Dinning

After spending a day full of activities and adventures, enjoy a progressive dinner hosted at three separate locations. Indulge in a course at a family home where the local hosts invite you to share a meal with them, a truly unique and immersive experience to be remembered!

Overnight: Rarotonga
Day 6: Rarotonga at leisure

Spend a day at your own pace with our suggested day trips in the area include Nature Walk with Pa, Rarotonga ATV Tour or discover the island by stopping for a swim, shopping at the small craft stores or walking into a cafe for a cool drink and a bite to eat.

Overnight: Rarotonga
Day 7: Rarotonga Cruising

Enjoy a day of reef snorkelling or viewing from glass-bottom boat while touring a Rarotonga Lagoon with a fish BBQ Lunch. Be entertained by coconut husking demo's or see how to shimmy up a coconut tree with a good-humoured local crew.

Day 8: Day 8 & 9: Rarotonga at leisure

Spend a day at your own pace with our suggested day trips in the area include Nature Walk with Pa, Rarotonga ATV Tour or discover the island by stopping for a swim, shopping at the small craft stores or walking into a cafe for a cool drink and a bite to eat.

Day 9: Rarotonga - Aitutaki

A 45-minute fly from Rarotonga will take you to the world's most beautiful lagoon, Aitutaki. Secluded and romantic, 15 motus (islets) are sprinkled across this huge turquoise, sunlit lagoon.

Overnight: Aitutaki
Day 10: Aitutaki Cruising

Today embark on an Aitutaki lagoon cruise with many snorkelling opportunities, chances to feed schools of fish and enjoy a mouth-watering BBQ lunch.

Overnight: Aitutaki
Day 11: Aitutaki at leisure

Today, explore this beautiful island at your own pace. There are countless ways to explore the crystal clear, warm turquoise waters and the uninhabited islands, called "motu", which fringe the lagoon. How about kayaking to a fine white sandy beach that you can have all to yourselves? Or hiring your own boat and setting a course for Maina, or Honeymoon Island, or One Foot Island "“ where visitors can get their passport stamped at the world's smallest post office.

Overnight: Aitutaki
Day 12: Depart at Rarotonga

Today, you will depart Aitutaki and fly back home from Rarotonga International Airport.

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What's Included

  • 12 nights of hotel accommodation
  • 12 nights of hotel accommodation
  • Return airport transfers
  • Return airport transfers
  • Tropical breakfast daily
  • Tropical breakfast daily
  • Flights between Rarotonga and Aitutaki
  • Flights between Rarotonga and Aitutaki
  • Sightseeing and attractions as listed
  • Sightseeing and attractions as listed

What's Not Included

  • Items (attractions and sightseeing & entrance fees) not listed as included in the itinerary
  • Items (attractions and sightseeing & entrance fees) not listed as included in the itinerary
  • Travel insurance (Strongly recommended, ask us for a quote!)
  • Travel insurance (Strongly recommended, ask us for a quote!)
  • Pre/post accommodation
  • Pre/post accommodation
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Tips and gratuities
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