Best Rarotonga Hidden Gem Attractions
THE 5 BEST Hidden Gem Attractions in Rarotonga
Best Rarotonga Hidden Gem Attractions
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- LonesomeAnnieLouisiana44 contributionsThis review is for one of the accommodations associated with the Maire Nui gardens.
Maire Nui Beach Bach is the most darling 2 bedroom cottage, with a stunning private garden leading down to a beautiful white sand beach and turquoise lagoon.
On our arrival there was a chilled bottle of wine and fresh tropical fruits waiting for us. Bouquets of fragrant tropical flowers had been placed in each room. Fresh white towels, cotton sheets, and cooling fans were a feature in the bedrooms, which both opened into the garden and had views of the lagoon.
Hinano was our lovely, warm, attentive hostess who gave great advice about where to swim, where to eat and generally made sure we were well taken care of.
The home is spotless and had everything we needed, including uv filtered drinking water, a safe, a washing machine and both indoor and outdoor bathrooms. Taking a cool refreshing night bath outdoors under the stars, listening to the sound of the waves on the reef was a unique experience I will always treasure.
An outdoor covered patio with dining set, barbecue grill and sun loungers on the lawn completed the set-up for a relaxing holiday. Snorkel sets were also available for guest use, and I noticed a folded up portacot in the house, which could be handy for those traveling with a baby. There was also a sandpit with children's toys in the yard. Oh and you could order room service from the Maire Nui gardens cafe! The lemon meringue cheesecake - just unforgettable.
Parking is free on site, and another plus there were hardly any roosters at all! If you know, you know. Location was handy to restaurants, a gas station and convenience stores as well.
Does it sound like heaven? It was. Highly, highly recommend if you need a place to make you forget about all your troubles and start living the dream life.Written 6 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - DeanaEnumclaw, WA57 contributionsThe hike wasn't as difficult as I expected from other reviews. My husband and I (53 years old) hiked from the carpark to the top and back the same way to the car. It took us 3 hours total but we went slow due to my bad knee and stopped for pictures and spent about 30 minutes at the top. We didn't do the chain at the top because the wind was blowing very hard.Written 26 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- McMorgie8 contributionsThis was my second time at Charlotte's beautiful work out on water retreat and It was even better than the last time I was there .
In desperate need of some r&r my friend and I decided to make the trip to Raro for some awesome paddle boarding , yoga and adventuring.
Charlotte took us to so many beautiful places including on a private snorkelling trip where we were able to get up close with some of the islands resident turtles. This was such a life changing experience for me . something I will never forget and thanks to Charlottes incredible underwater photography skills and relationship with these beautiful turtles I have several photos to look back on as well.
The Yoga classes were exactly what I needed, gentle and restorative, however if you are after more of a work out you need only ask, Charlotte can cater to all different levels of yoga enthusiasts.
The food was sensational and healthy, The girlfriend I was traveling with is Vegan and Charlotte and her Dad Tuhe made sure to cater for her without any dramas at all. we never went hungry that's for sure.
Unfortunately we encountered some rainy weather on the trip, which I was actually grateful for as it gave me the opportunity to slow down and relax, quietly read a book and practice some yoga indoors however when the rain stopped we had some of our yoga classes on the house's beautiful private beach.
The paddle boarding is next level beautiful !
Muri Lagoon with all its stunning clear water, palm trees and cute little fish offered a stunning backdrop for sup yoga. I could look at this every day and never be sad !
Our group did a 10k paddle with Tuhe which I must admit I was nervous about but it was a breeze, all that blue water and the view of the island is perfect for switching off your mind and basking in pure gratitude.
One thing that I was super happy about is that Charlotte being the awesome photographer she is managed to capture so many amazing moments for me. I love to look back on my holiday happy snaps and am never without a camera of some description . I loved being able to get in to every activity knowing that Charlotte would capture all the happy memories for me, not to say that I didn't take a billion of my own pics too but its nice to have that bonus .
I will definitely be returningWritten 20 October 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Helen SSydney, Australia11 contributionsOh. My. God.
What a day!!
If you can, go on this day tour and see Aitutaki.
Words escape me as to the beauty I saw on those islands.
The crew were all amazing, helpful and talented. The music and singing was extraordinary.
The food. Just WOW! Best food I had the whole time I was in Cook Islands.
I thought I’d be nervous on the smaller plane, but it was just fine.Written 13 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Zoe W13 contributionsI wasn't in any doubt when I met Corina at Saturday's market, that she knew her onions. Having spent this morning on her 3 hr cycling tour with lunch, I tell you she knows more than onions! The whole experience was a pleasure, informative, "ask me any questions" , current affairs, politics, fruit, history, as we peddled along feeling totally safely and imaginatively entertained.
Somehow her candidness made this more than a Guided tour.
Thank you Corina for explaining the good, bad, eye-opening (as well as that Coconut) , colourful, truths and all.
The drink stop was a good idea, parched due to the blustery weather.
Lunch of really freshly made up BLT Turkush bread 'sandwiches' (door stops) went down a treat in the beach to conclude. Little moist muffins were most welcome.
Comfy easygoing bike made cycling a breeze. The 8 of us I'm certain all thoroughly appreciated your professionalism and punctuality, but for my part the fact I never knew what you'd show us next really kept my interest. The time flew by.
I heartily recommend Storytellers.
If you can join a tour towards the beginning of your visit, armed with Corina's knowledge, you'll enjoy far greater appreciation of Rarotonga.
Zoe Wall
(63 and found the cycling easy!)Written 19 September 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Audrey YHervey Bay, Australia4 contributionsVery informative presentation of highlander’s culture and history - that’s my favourite part. Food and dancing were amazing too. Recommended!Written 22 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
