Island Discovery Tour

These extra activities can be added to your holiday package booked with Our Pacific - they are not for sale on their own

Explore Rarotonga from the comfort of ab air-conditioned coach as an experienced, local guide takes you on a fascinating sightseeing tour, your perfect introduction to the islands rich culture, legends and history.

You will travel along the ancient Ara Metua or "Road of Toi" built in 1050AD as an all-weather paved road and visit ancient maraes (ceremonial sites).

Enjoy a light refreshment and convenience stop where you will have the opportunity to purchase locally crafted gifts & souvenirs. Here your guide will demonstrate and explain the Cook Islands Tree of Life, the coconut.

Your sightseeing tour continues on to a number of historical sites including one of the first limestone churches built on the island, the Garden of the Seven Canoes at Avana Passage and Black Rock, a volcanic boulder on the edge of the lagoon, traditionally believed to be the departure point of the spirits to Avaiki (the afterlife). Along the way you will catch a glimpse of the Needle Lookout a volcanic outcrop that marks the center of the island and is one of its highest points and legendary Raemaru Mountain.

Old church buildings and plantations of citrus, tapioca, papaya and taro and other crops line your route on this informative scenic drive.

$90per adult
$55per child (2-11yrs)
U2yrs free of charge

Tour operates Monday to Friday
Duration: 9:45am to 1:00pm
Tour does not operate on public holidays

Includes return transfers in Rarotonga, light refreshments and a guided tour