Cultural Cook Islands for families

Day 1: Arrive Rarotonga       

On arrival at Rarotonga Airport you will be greeted by a local representative and taken to your hotel to check in. The rest of the day is at leisure.    

Day 2: Storyteller eco-cycle tour        

Today we have included a half day ‘storyteller eco-cycle tour’. You will be collected from your accommodation in the morning and returned after lunch. During the tour, you’ll discover a rich cultural heritage as you cycle along the Ancient Coral Road – Ara Metua. Along with your family, you’ll meander along lanes, soaking up the tranquil pace of local village life. On route, you’ll make plenty of stops to take in the magnificent mountain scenery and hear stories that will bring a deeper meaning to your surroundings. The ride is comfortable and covers a distance of around 8 – 12 kilometres on mainly sealed roads. You’ll ride on and off for a leisurely 3 hours with several stops for storytelling, finishing up with a delicious local lunch and the opportunity to swim at a beautiful secluded beach.         

Day 3: Rarotonga – evening cultural dinner     

You have all day to relax today, so you can enjoy some time at the beach before getting ready for your evening entertainment. Set in luscious rock waterfall garden features this ‘Island Night’ show is performed over water and showcases a beautiful story entitled ‘The Legend of Tongaiti’. You’ll enjoy a delicious fusion of island/western buffet feast as you watch some of Rarotonga’s finest dancers and musicians perform by torchlight before being returned to your hotel.

Day 4: Highland Paradise tour    

Today we have included a Highland Paradise Cultural tour that will take you high up into the rugged mountains of Rarotonga. Here, you’ll visit an open-air museum where you will see evidence of a historical lost village and learn about the survival of the Polynesian people. This tour allows you to experience authentic Polynesian life, including demonstrations of coconut husking and traditional cooking. You will be dropped off at your hotel at the end of the tour.

Day 5: Rarotonga 

You have a free day now to relax and explore. Why not hire a car or some bikes and head off around the island? There’s only one route, so you definitely can’t get lost! Alternatively, speak to your consultant about arranging a day trip to the nearby island of Aitutaki, only a 45-minute flight away and home to the famous Aitutaki lagoon.                  

Day 6: Depart Rarotonga     

You will be collected from your accommodation today and taken to the airport by shared transfer to connect with your onward flight.