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The Ariimoana Way

Join our Rarotonga eco tours, guided by two locals who know every trail, reef, and story of our island home. .

Join our small-group experiences in the Cook Islands. Whether you are hiking to rugged peaks, trekking lush inland trails, or snorkeling in vibrant living lagoons, we share the hidden beauty of our home with mindful travelers.

Stepping into Ariimoana: Where the Voyage Unfolds

01 / Spirit

The Ariimoana Way

Why choose Ariimoana

Authentic & local

Guided by locals who grew up on these trails and in these waters

Small groups

Tours tailored to your pace, interests, and comfort — always personal

Eco-conscious

Conservation and education at the heart of every experience

Safe & mindful

Your safety and comfort every step of the way — reef, ridge, or road

Our philosophy

At Ariimoana, we believe the best way to love a place is to understand it — to walk it, wade it, and listen to its stories. From rugged ridges to vibrant reefs, every corner of Rarotonga has something to say. Our job is simply to help you hear it.

With our Rarotonga eco tours, we don’t just show you the island—we share it with you., we don’t just show you Rarotonga—we share it with you. You’re not just a visitor; you’re a welcomed guest, invited to connect with the island in a way that’s genuine and unforgettable.

02 / Experiences

Choose your Rarotonga eco tours

| 6 tours available

REEF EXPLORE

Rarotonga eco tours

INLAND WALK

Rarotonga eco tours

PRIVATE SNORKEL

Rarotonga eco tours

PICK YOUR PEAK

PRIVATE ISLAND TOUR

TWICE THE ISLAND

03 / Crew

Humans and four-legged friends

Kura, Jacopo & Laura ( Mahi, Tama, Michè, Vincè )

Four humans and four four-legged friends united by passion — local roots, adopted island dreams, and always ready to roam. Not just a team: a family walking every day between tradition and the present.

MEET THE CREW
The Crew
04 / Commitment

A Promise to Rarotonga

From reef to ridge, every corner of Rarotonga is deeply connected. Travelling responsibly leads to deeper, more authentic experiences — and helps protect what we love.

We treasure our environment!

Every step, every stop is guided by deep respect for nature

Education through experiences

We focus on conservation and education in every tour we run

Protect what we love

The reef, the forest, the land — we care for them as our own

Leave it better!

Responsible travel means leaving only wonder, taking only memories.

Read the full Eco Code
Responsible Traveller
05 / Moments

Captured along the way

06 / Voices

Reviews

| What our guests say — Real words — Real places — Real people
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Michele T
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Bellissima esperienza tra la vegetazione dell’isola. Jacopo è stato super disponibile. Consigliatissimo
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Jamie P
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Jack guided me to one of the highest peaks on Rarotonga and it made for one of the best experiences of my vacation. I am love with Rarotonga and plan to come back every couple of years and will definitely be calling him again to conquer another peak. Highly recommended.
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Matteo B
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Grazie mille a Jacopo e alla sua famiglia per l'accoglienza e la bellissima escursione a piedi all'interno dell'isola. Una bella camminata in amicizia, con un gruppo ristretto e famigliare, a scoprire le usanze, le piantagioni (con assaggio di frutta in loco direttamente dalla pianta) e arrivo ad un punto panoramico sull'intera isola ove poter ammirare si le montagne che il mare.
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Mark C
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Excellent experience run by excellent people! When I return, I will be using Ariimoana again. I can’t speak highly enough of Jacopo and Kura. Both share a deep love and connection of the land and sea. The best guides around.
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Un'esperienza indimenticabile a Papua Passage! Durante la nostra vacanza nel Pacifico abbiamo vissuto una delle giornate più belle in assoluto. Sembrava di essere in un luogo segreto, eravamo solo noi. Fare snorkeling qui è stato un sogno a occhi aperti: l'acqua era incredibilmente limpida, con una visibilità pazzesca e un fondale ricchissimo di biodiversità. Abbiamo visto tantissima fauna marina meravigliosa, tra cui splendide tartarughe e coralli dai colori magici. Il vero valore aggiunto di questa avventura sono state le nostre due guide, Jacopo e Kura. Sono stati semplicemente fantastici: super competenti, professionali e sempre attenti a ogni nostra esigenza. La loro presenza è stata fondamentale per farci godere appieno e in totale serenità questo paradiso incontaminato. Al termine dell'escursione ci hanno anche deliziato con una merenda fatta in casa e tantissimi racconti preziosi sulla cultura locale. Le attrezzature fornite erano ottime. Se siete a Rarotonga, questa è un'esperienza da non perdere assolutamente. Consigliatissimi!
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Emma T
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We had such an amazing reef walk tour with our kids. Ariimoana are super caring, knowledgeable and environmentally conscious tour guides. Would recommend fully! Such an incredible experience with locals. Thanks Ariimoana! We will come back one day.
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Federica
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Abbiamo partecipato all’Inland Walk con Kura e Jacopo ed è stato fantastico! Vedere e scoprire l’isola da un’altra prospettiva, conoscere meglio la loro cultura ed assaggiare i vari frutti dell’isola colti al momento… magico! Grazie di cuore, Kura e Jacopo!
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A W
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Such lovely people! Learnt so much not only about nature and the marine life but also the history and traditions of the islands. Highly recommend!
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Brad P
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I hiked up Te Kou with Jack. It was an awesome experience. Jack and Kura are both knowledgeable and great company. Definitely the most memorable experience of my trip to the Cook Islands. Can't wait to come back and do it again. Thanks Jack!
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Samantha B
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Family of 4 with 2 kids, 7yrs and 4yrs. Hi all! There is usually not many tours you can do with little ones, but the Reef Tour with Ariimoana is a must! Kura and Jac were amazing with the kids, which made the whole experience so easy going. We learnt a lot about the sea creatures and found the tour really interactive. We were able to touch and hold these amazing creatures, and we got up close to the reef. Something we would never do with out the expertise of Arriimoana. We came back to beautiful home cooked like refreshments. Will definitely do this tour again if ever we are in Rarotonga again. Thank you Kura and Jac for giving us a memorable highlight.
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