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Captain Tama's Lagoon Cruizes
Captain Tama's Lagoon Cruizes
Captain Tama's Lagoon Cruizes
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Join the crew of the famous Captain Tama's Lagoon Cruizes on our glass bottom boats for a memorable fun day you will never forget.We provide snorkelling, BBQ lunch, Cook Islands humour, fun and our friendly entertaining guides will leave you with a lasting impression of our Cook Islands people and a smile to put on your face. Can't snorkel? we'll teach you, or view the fish from the comfort of our glass bottom boats.
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piripig2023
1 contribution
Nov 2023
A beautiful day with the captain Tama Whānau! Beautiful music, Kai, beaches and captains. What more could you ask for!
Written 2 December 2023
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OrExplorer1
Portland, Or49 contributions
Great value for a trip that includes food, snorkeling, music and a show. The crew were great, ensuring we got to snorkel with the big fish and pointed out turtles on the boat ride back. The food buffet was good and there was plenty! Would recommend to others!
Written 1 December 2023
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IslandTravellers7
1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Family
This cruise was fantastic! Saw loads of fish & a large moray eel! They also stopped to show us the turtles swimming around the boat on the way back. The gear supplied was in excellent condition and fitted perfectly, so no need to bring your own. We arrived on the outer island to a beautiful, well prepared& yummy lunch!! The show they put on was very good too, it was well done! So funny, lots of laughs. If you are called up onto stage...bring your sense of humor! All in all this was well worth the time and money, we highly recommend!!!
Written 30 November 2023
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Maps586116
1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Family
We had a fabulous day with the Captain Tara's Lagoon Cruizes - the staff were amazing and engaging, a water was crystal clear and lots to see, the food was tasty - we all thoroughly enjoyed our adventure and would highly recommend it
Written 30 November 2023
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santanapairama
1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Family
An amazing experience from start to finish
Prompt pick up from pick up point
When we arrived, we were greeted by the beautiful sound of cook island music
Once on the boat, our captains introduced themselves and talked through expectations for the cruise
They were absolutely hilarious!
An absolute vibe to be around
Snorkelling was fun and the kids really enjoyed seeing the fish underwater
We had 2 people who don’t swim, actually get in so that was cool!
After our swim, we went to another island to have a kai which was super delicious
The guys that took us on the cruise had us in fits of laughter 🤭
It was such a beautiful day
A cruise that you all need to experience
Thank you for an amazing one!
We will be back
Nāku noa,
Haimona Pairama whānau ❤️
Prompt pick up from pick up point
When we arrived, we were greeted by the beautiful sound of cook island music
Once on the boat, our captains introduced themselves and talked through expectations for the cruise
They were absolutely hilarious!
An absolute vibe to be around
Snorkelling was fun and the kids really enjoyed seeing the fish underwater
We had 2 people who don’t swim, actually get in so that was cool!
After our swim, we went to another island to have a kai which was super delicious
The guys that took us on the cruise had us in fits of laughter 🤭
It was such a beautiful day
A cruise that you all need to experience
Thank you for an amazing one!
We will be back
Nāku noa,
Haimona Pairama whānau ❤️
Written 29 November 2023
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Bruno T
Raggal, Austria14 contributions
Nov 2023 • Solo
People book your tour for snorkelling I suppose, I definitely did.
Your musicians were really good and enlightening, spreading a good spirit. Food was plenty and delicious. I missed Rukau, though.
Your musicians were really good and enlightening, spreading a good spirit. Food was plenty and delicious. I missed Rukau, though.
Written 29 November 2023
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kimberleymaree2023
Taupo, New Zealand1 contribution
Nov 2023
Captain Tama’s is an incredible experience where the locals sing and play instruments throughout your cruise along the lagoon.
Written 27 November 2023
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Mermaid1992
Fantastic!
Written 29 November 2023
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justinedillon
Whangarei Heads, New Zealand1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Family
We all had such a good time - the captains looked after us and the show was fabdabulous!!!!!
Snorkelling was so much fun.
Snorkelling was so much fun.
Written 26 November 2023
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Mermaid1992
Fantastic!
Written 29 November 2023
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Cristy J
1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Family
The snorkeling was amazing!! I have scuba dived in different locations around the world but this snorkeling still blew my mind!
The staff were great, friendly, funny, professional and sooo much fun. The food was outstanding and felt authentic. Overall, a great fun relaxed day. Even my teenagers loved every minute. This is a must do when in Rarotonga.
The staff were great, friendly, funny, professional and sooo much fun. The food was outstanding and felt authentic. Overall, a great fun relaxed day. Even my teenagers loved every minute. This is a must do when in Rarotonga.
Written 23 November 2023
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Mermaid1992
Awesome! Thanks for joining us.
Written 29 November 2023
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ChantelleHughes
Te Awamutu, New Zealand1 contribution
Nov 2023
Had a fantastic morning out with the crew! Was so impressed with the way they make sure EVERYONE is comfortable and involved! Great laughs and memorable day! The captains are awesome and personality for miles! Thanks crew!
Written 23 November 2023
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Mermaid1992
Fantastic! Thanks for spending the day with us.
Written 29 November 2023
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HI, My wife and I will arrive in Rarotonga on the 19/4/2019 should we book in advance.??
Mermaid1992
Rarotonga, Cook Islands8 contributions
it would be a good idea to book in advance as April is quite a busy time with school holidays
westieleewinds
Auckland, New Zealand1 contribution
Hey guys, do you serve alcohol on the boat or at the Lunch venue?
Emmamaeh
Tauranga, New Zealand229 contributions
I took my own vodka in a water bottle with a mix and so did my partner. They knew what was in there and it was fine with them. I drunk it on the boat and on the island where we had the lunch. The lunch is cooked on the island on a bbq there so it’s not a restaurant it’s just a bbq picnic. It’s so so delicious !!
Kerry F
Auckland Central, New Zealand1 contribution
Is the boat wheelchair accessible?
kiwifinder
Auckland, New Zealand45 contributions
Sorry for the delay reply no it is not wheelchair assessable.
LesleyandBarry
Tarrawanna, Australia117 contributions
I suffer with sea sickness unfortunately, I love the water and can enjoy being in it, but not on top, does it get very rough, or is it smooth sailing......I hop so
phillipsinnz
Auckland, New Zealand26 contributions
Very smooth as it is in the lagoon.
SteveS19275
Christchurch, New Zealand
Hi there, I need to ask a personal question, how can I reach as I cannot input my email address?
Mermaid1992
Rarotonga, Cook Islands8 contributions
you can call on 27350 during the day 8am-4pm or facebook message?
344rayh
Sanger, CA98 contributions
Do you have bathroom on the boat?
Mermaid1992
Rarotonga, Cook Islands8 contributions
Sorry no bathroom on the boat, one before you board the boat for snorkelling and one on the motu where we stop for lunch after the snorkelling.
bjn402016
Palmerston North, New Zealand1 contribution
Hello We are staying at Edgewater Resort end of June can you please advise if it easy to find you and how far away is it from where we are staying? There will be four of us. Are we better to book now or book when we arrive?
JaseNZ26
Auckland, New Zealand92 contributions
yea it is easy to find. It is in Muri Beach area which isnt too far by scooter or car. They do pick you up anyway. Can book when you arrive, like the day before you actually go on the cruize, they go out every day so you wont miss out. At the airport and the hotels they will have pamphlets about it.
Carol W
New Zealand68 contributions
Hi there, can anyone tell me if the lunch has vegetarian foods along with the fish BBQ? I don't eat meat or fish. Thanks, Carol :)
Mermaid1992
Rarotonga, Cook Islands8 contributions
Kia Orana Carol,
yes, we can provide a vegetarian option for you. Usually vege kebabs with Haloumi cheese.
you just need to advise us in advance, when you make the booking so that we can ensure that we cater for your request.
Kind regards,
Lynn
1wildwalker
Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand11 contributions
The reviews sound great. We will be in Raro in September, 18 of us in a group, and I would like to know the cost per person to go on one of these cruises, and what sort of time frame will it be? Thanks.
Mermaid1992
Rarotonga, Cook Islands8 contributions
Kia Orana, We go out once a day, the boat departs at 11am and returns at 3.15pm.
Our usual rate is NZ$79.00 per person, for groups of 10-20 people the rate is NZ$70.00 per person and for groups of 20 people and over the rate would be NZ$65.00 per person. Children aged 6-11 years of age are NZ$30.00 each, children aged 5years and under are free of charge. These rates include return bus transfers to your accommodation if required, snorkeling & snorkeling gear, fresh fish BBQ lunch followed by our entertaining pareu tying and coconut husking shows.
We would require a deposit of NZ$200.00 to secure the booking but if the lagoon cruise was cancelled by Captain Tama’s due to the weather or sea conditions, a full refund would apply.
Kind regards,
Lynn Tuavera,
Captain Tama’s Lagoon Cruizes.