Rarotonga: all 8 tours and excursions for your cruise
Takitumu conservation nature trek
- Cruise line: Silversea
Explore the conservation efforts on the island of Rarotonga during this panoramic excursion to the Takitumu Conservation Reserve.Avatiu, Coastal Road, Takitumu Conservation Reserve, Nature Trek.Depart the pier for the short drive along the scenic coastal road of Rarotonga en route to the Takitumu Conservation Reserve. Upon arrival, begin your approximately 1.24-mile-long (about two-kilometre-long) nature trek through the Takitumu Conservation Reserve. Kakerori Flycatcher, Conservation EffortsThis...
Rarotonga island & cultural experience
- Cruise line: Silversea
Discover the culture, history and traditions of Rarotonga during this scenic and informative, half-day island excursion.Avatiu, Avarua Town, Museum, Cultural Centre, Cook Islands Christian Church, Arai Te Tonga MaraeDepart the pier for a leisurely, approximately 21-mile (about 33.8-kilometre) drive that completely encircles Rarotonga, a volcanic island paradise abounding with lush vegetation, rugged, tropical terrain and breath-taking panoramic viewpoints. Your tour begins with a drive through Avarua...
4x4 island exploration
- Cruise line: Silversea
Explore Rarotonga’s pristine natural beauty in an exciting Raro Safari on road and off-road tour of the island’s stunning lagoons, valleys, and inland villages. Depart the pier in an off-road soft-top safari truck for a drive to Rarotonga’s back roads and valleys. Along the way, you will be privy to sights and sounds regular visitors to the island would not typically have an opportunity to experience. NotePlease note: This tour involves an extensive amount of off-road...
Muri lagoon snorkelling
- Cruise line: Silversea
Experience the beauty of the Muri Lagoon from above-and-below sea level during this picturesque, half-day snorkelling excursion via glass-bottom boat. Proceed to Muri Lagoon by coach, board your glass-bottom boat for a cruise to Koromiri a motu (small island) near the reef in Muri Lagoon. Enjoy underwater views of the prolific marine life. Marvel at the rainbow-colored tropical fish as they glide around intricate coral heads. Local guides will relate stories of the island and share legendary...
Rarotonga island discovery
- Cruise line: Silversea
Rarotonga is a volcanic island paradise of lush vegetation and rugged tropical splendor. This leisurely 21-mile drive will completely encircle the island.Explore Rarotonga’s culture, history, and traditions during this scenic and informative island tour. Along the way, you will visit such sites as Ngatangiia Harbour, the departure point of the Polynesian Migration to New Zealand in 1350 A.D., and a historical back road built in 1050 A.D. called the Road of Toi, or Ara Metua. NotePlease...
Takitumu conservation nature trek
- Cruise line: Silversea
Explore the conservation efforts on the island of Rarotonga during this panoramic excursion to the Takitumu Conservation Reserve.Depart the pier for the short drive along the scenic coastal road of Rarotonga en route to the Takitumu Conservation Reserve. Upon arrival, begin your approximately 1.24-mile-long (about two-kilometre-long) nature trek through the Takitumu Conservation Reserve. This tour has been instrumental in spreading the word about the conservation efforts involving the indigenous...
Muri lagoon snorkeling
- Cruise line: Silversea
Experience the beauty of the Muri Lagoon from above-and-below sea level during this picturesque, half-day snorkelling excursion via glass-bottom boat. Avatiu, Muri Lagoon, Glass-Bottom Boat-Ride, Coral Heads, Tropical Fish and Marine LifeDepart the pier for the short drive to the Muri Lagoon. Upon arrival, embark your awaiting glass-bottom boat for the cruise to a marine reserve and snorkel spot in the Muri Lagoon. En route, marvel at the underwater views of the lagoon's prolific marine...
Raro safari by 4x4
- Cruise line: Silversea
Experience a side of Rarotonga not typically seen by most visitors to the island during this picturesque, off-road sightseeing excursion. Avatiu ValleyDepart the pier in a Jeep with your guide for the scenic drive up towards the Avatiu Valley. En route, receive your safety and tour briefing, and take in stunning vistas of the terrain valleys, lush, tropical lagoons, inland villages and secluded areas. At a height of approximately 984 feet (about 300 metres) above sea level, a breath-taking panoramic...