Rarotonga is a high volcanic island,encircled by coral reef. It is the political as well as economic hub of Cook Islands. This largest of the Cook Islands is the hub for all Cook island travelers who pass through Rarotonga International Airport, some of which connect to Air Rarotonga flights to Aitutaki, Atiu and further. Visitors come here for the different Excursions from Rarotonga which are available to see the many attractions of the island.
There are different Excursions from Rarotonga to nearby attractions.The Circle island tour operates daily, taking you to such places as NAtangiaa Harbor, which was the departure point o fthe Polynesian Migration to New Zealand in 1350 AD, the historic back road which was built in 1050 AD, the ceremonial sites like Arai Te Tonga, old Church buildings, the theological college, library, museum, the new auditorium and also the plantations like citrus, bananas, Tapioca, Pawpaw, Taro among others. This tour is provides a good way to know the island.
The Cultural VIllage Tour which goes to the Cultural Village to see the various huts which shows the traditional Maori Cooking methods, the Plants and traditional Maori Medicines, Fishing methods, the costume making and clothing, carving among others. One will also hear the folklore and other traditions. One gets to see the method of coconut husking as well as other uses of coconuts. There are presentations by the locals of the songs an dance of the island.
The Pa's Cross Isnald Trek takes the visitors across the Island o fRarotonga, where the guide tells about the flora and fauna and the uses of these of the earlier times as well as present day. Another popular excursion is the Raro Safari Tuors. IN this tour, two 4 wheel drive cehicles take 6 to 7 persons respectively for a tour of the inland roads and also to the heights of Rarotonga, One can see some breath-taking scenery on the way. This tour is a great way to know about the place for those who find it difficult to climb.
Another popular excursion is the Muri LAgoon Cruise and Lunch, a morning tour of the inner lagoon of Rarotonga and also the good coral viewing places and the snorkeling areas. The boat cruise is in a glass bottom boat and includes transfers and lunch.
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