Tours, Cultural Experiences
Sightseeing
The Cook Islands are surrounded by some of the best beaches and clearest water in the South Pacific.
Watersports such as snorkeling, SCUBA diving, deep sea fishing, sailing, windsurfing and kayaking are very popular.
Hiking and treking through the islands rainforests plus golf, tennis, squash and other sports are available at many resorts.
Don't forget the cultural activities. Visit a Cook Islands village for shop for handicrafts at a local market. Take a day trip to other islands.
Snorkle or SCUBA dive crystal clear water teaming with tropical fish, hike the rainforest, take a lagoon cruise, fish the outer reefs, shop the open-air markets, or simply relax and recharge in this romantic retreat.
Sightseeing & Horseback Riding
There are many options for seeing the sights on Rarotonga. You can go via air-conditioned bus, take a 4 WD three-hour journey around the back roads and up mountains, or take an easy hike through the rainforest to see endangered Rarotongan flycatcher bird in the Takitumu Conservation Area.
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Adventure Sightseeing
Go whale watching or take a Microlight flights around the island with a qualified pilot. Strenuous hiking trips in Rarotonga include a guided cross-island walking tour. Much info on fauna, flora and their uses in cooking, medicine, dyes etc. Myths and legends too.
SCUBA Diving & Snorkeling
Choose from PADI, BSAC, SSI and others. Day and night dives.
» Cooks Resort Locator - Resorts with diving
» Cooks Resort Locator - Resorts with snorkeling
Boating and Boat Tours
Take a half-day glass bottom boat tour around Muri lagoon include coral viewing and barbecue fish lunch on a motu or a three-hour sailing trip with snorkelling outside the reef. Many places have kayaks, sailboats and windsurfers for hire or included in the package.
» Cooks Resort Locator - Resorts with sailing
» Cooks Resort Locator - Resorts with kayaking
Fishing
Experience game fishing for marlin, sailfish, tuna and wahoo, mahi mahi either with a group or private charter using modern equipment and fast boats. One company offers demos of modern and ancient Polynesian fishing tactics.
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Tennis, Golf, Volleyball
Several of the larger resorts offer tennis, volleyball or golf.



