Private Rarotonga Turtle Tour
Overview
This private tour is designed for those who value comfort, flexibility, and a more personalized ocean experience.
With a dedicated guide for your group, you’ll receive one-on-one support in the water, making it ideal for beginners, families, or anyone who prefers a more relaxed pace. Without the presence of a larger group, you’ll have more space, more time, and a more natural interaction with marine life.
We follow a minimal-impact, eco-friendly approach, allowing you to experience Rarotonga’s reef environment in a way that respects and protects it. By avoiding motorized assistance, the experience remains quiet, safe, and more immersive.
Since 2018, we have maintained a 100% safety record, with guides who carefully assess conditions each day to ensure the best possible experience for your group.
What's Included
- Snacks Local fruits
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Photography is included on all tours but not guaranteed as your safety is our priority
- Secure storage for your valuables
- Outdoor shower
- Ample parking for your convenience
- Guaranteed turtle experience
Meeting Location
Takitumu District
Cook Islands
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Enjoy a more personal way to experience Rarotonga’s marine life with your own private turtle snorkeling tour.
This exclusive experience takes you to Avaavaroa Passage, one of Rarotonga’s most renowned snorkeling locations, where you’ll have the opportunity to swim alongside wild sea turtles, rays, and vibrant tropical fish in crystal-clear lagoon waters.
With a dedicated guide focused entirely on your group, you’ll have the freedom to explore at your own pace—without the pressure or distractions of a larger tour. Whether you prefer a relaxed introduction to snorkeling or a more immersive experience, your guide will tailor the pace to your comfort level while ensuring your safety at all times.
Our approach remains eco-friendly and minimal-impact, allowing you to enjoy the reef responsibly while preserving its natural beauty.
Photos are taken during the tour so you can relive your experience, while your guide remains fully focused on your safety.
Tour times vary daily to ensure the safest and best conditions for your experience.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
(13)Q: Do you take pregnant customers snorkeling?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-143841P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (13)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Destinations customers.
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Yes, we allow pregnant women to go on snorkeling. However, it’s crucial to consult with your healthcare provider before doing so to assess your individual health and pregnancy stage.
Jan 2022Yes, this is possible, as long as you are comfortable going into the water. All Cool Destinations snorkeling tours adhere to strict safety regulations and have been designed to be enjoyed by all.
Your safety is our #1 priority, which is why:
- You will be wearing a flotation device at all times.
- On many tours, there is a stairway from the boat into the water so you won’t have to “jump” in!
- There are trained staff in the water and watching from the boat at all times.
For these reasons, we believe that even non-swimmers can have a wonderful time on our snorkeling trips, however, the final judgment call is yours to make. Please note we do not give refunds if you decide not to snorkel on the trip.
Oct 2021The snorkel gear we use on Cool Destinations tours is high quality and for your protection, the equipment is sanitized after each use. However, if you feel more comfortable using your own snorkeling equipment, feel free to bring it on the tour. Please note, there is no discount for providing your own equipment and we can’t be responsible for any lost or damaged items.
May 2023First-time snorkelers can be assured of one-on-one instruction and assistance. We find introducing folks to our world very rewarding!
Oct 2021There are no legal age limits for snorkeling. We have found that age 5 or 6 is a good age to learn the basics of snorkeling, however, it’s entirely up to individuals to make the best choice for their family.
Sep 2021If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (-10).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Snacks. Local fruits.
- Use of Snorkelling equipment.
- Photography is included on all tours but not guaranteed as your safety is our priority.
- Secure storage for your valuables.
- Outdoor shower.
- Ample parking for your convenience.
- Guaranteed turtle experience.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Rarotonga Turtle Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Rarotonga Turtle Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- SnacksLocal fruits
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Photography is included on all tours but not guaranteed as your safety is our priority
- Secure storage for your valuables
- Outdoor shower
- Ample parking for your convenience
- Guaranteed turtle experience
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Operated by a business
