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Te Rua Rere, Mangaia is one of the popular tourist attractions in Mangaia. There are plenty of caves in the island and Te Rua Rere is one of them. The scenic beauty and the charming atmosphere of Te Rua Rere, Mangaia attracts tourists and nature lovers from all over the world.

Te Rua Rere in Mangaia is a beautiful cave which is located in close proximity to the Tava'enga Swamp of the island. The burial cave was first discovered in the early 20th century by Tuaratua George and Robert Dean Frisbie. Te Rua Rere, Mangaia is a burial which literally means jump in the local language. The name has been given because one has to jump inside the cave from the entrance. The muddy entrance of the cave is covered with plenty of tree roots and shrubs. The vegetation in the opening of the cave adds to its charm. Travelers should carry torches and lights as the interior is dark and swampy.

Te Rua Rere is around 2 kms deep and the inside of the cave is marked by high ceilings and narrow paths. There are wonderful rock formations as one goes deeper in the cave. The cave is also known for the beautiful crystalline stalactite formations. In the deeper part of the cave, there are ancient skeleton remains. The skeletal remains date back to the pre missionary times. They are examples of the ancient tribal culture that existed in the island centuries ago. To enter the cave, visitors need to pay a moderate fee. It takes around 2 hours to visit all parts of the cave.

Numerous guided tours are undertaken to Te Rua Rere, Mangaia. There are luxury tours as well as economy tours. Most tours start from the main city center and are of single day. They are done in cars or buses. Refreshments are also offered to the travelers. The visitors are accompanied by expert guides who pass on useful information and interesting facts about the cave. Travelers who wish to undertake tours to the cave should obtain useful information from the local tourist office or various travel agencies.

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Te Rua Rere, Mangaia