Rarotonga is the largest of the Cook Islands, a nation of 15 islands in the central South Pacific. Volcanic peaks, ridges and rainforest dominate its interior.
On 30 May 1965, five sounding rockets were launched from Rarotonga for studying a solar eclipse.
The New Zealand dollar is one of the world’s 10 most-traded currencies and is the currency used in the Cook Islands. Cook Islands
As we started our way to go snorkeling, I jumped in my bus seat, had forgotten we were driving on the left !
Rarotonga has a surrounding barrier reef, protecting the island beaches on most days from the rougher breaking water. This results in calmer water near the shoreline and many stretches of lagoon offering ideal conditions for snorkelling. Snorkelling in Rarotonga is easy and safe,
provided you hit the right spots! – and in my opinion we did not hit the right spot ! It is rare that I go snorkeling and able to count the fish or other sea life under me.
Our glass bottom boat gave us an opportunity to see, in the hands of our captain a beautiful “closed” Blue lip Clam. We were also entertained with local song and instruments.
After snorkeling we did go to an interesting beach where we were served beautiful ripe fruits. I couldn’t stop eating my favorite : passion fruit.
On this island where weddings are performed, couples plant a palm tree after the ceremony.
On the way back to the ship, we observed an interesting way to care for your graves. Never far from home, the graves on Rarotonga in the Cook Islandsare lovingly cared for and an important part of the landscape.
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