Rarotonga is a very popular tourist destination with many resorts, hotels and motels. The chief town, Avarua, on the north coast, is the capital of the Cook Islands. Captain John Dibbs, master of the colonial brig Endeavour, is credited as the European discoverer on 25 July 1823, while transporting the missionary Reverend John Williams.

Rarotonga, the hub of the Cook Islands, has so much to see and do, yet remains unspoilt. No traffic lights, no McDonald’s and no building taller than the highest coconut tree.

2024年9月20日 · Rarotonga might be compact, but that is what makes it an effortless tropical destination. Everything is at your fingertips, whether you’re here for the incredible watersports, cultural immersion or simply to relax and rejuvenate.

2024年9月20日 · Rarotonga is absolutely worth visiting! The island in the Cook Islands offers a glorious tropical holiday without too much of a “culture shock” as is usually experienced on some of the other South Pacific islands.

2024年12月10日 · Rarotonga, largest island in the southern group of the Cook Islands, in the South Pacific Ocean about 2,100 miles (3,400 km) northeast of New Zealand. The island is volcanic in origin and has a rugged interior rising to 2,139 feet (652 metres) at Te Manga.

The most populous of the Cook Islands is stunning in its natural beauty and physical drama. A halo of flame-orange coral reef encircles the island, and Rarotonga’s sapphire-blue lagoon is trimmed by sparkling white beaches. Beyond the reef, breakers foam and …

2020年2月20日 · Scroll down in our travel guide to Rarotonga in the Cook Islands to get to know the best things to do in Rarotonga, the most beautiful beaches, where to eat, where to stay, how to get around the island, our best tips and much more.

Rarotonga, Cook Islands Sipping coconut milk while bargaining for handmade jewelry and swaying your hips to live music—just another Saturday morning in Rarotonga. After a few hours of checking out the wharf-side Punanga Nui Market, hit the …

Escape to Rarotonga, the largest of the 15 islands of the Cook Islands. This tropical piece of paradise is also the most popular destination in the Cooks with a multitude of gorgeous resorts and villas, superb snorkelling just off the beaches, and a rugged interior with epic tropical hikes.

Discover the unspoilt paradise of Rarotonga, the vibrant heart of the Cook Islands. Immerse yourself in the scent of frangipani and the warmth of the tropical sun. Hike the majestic volcanic peak, snorkel in crystal clear waters, and explore the rich cultural heritage.