Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.

• Up to 2 days before your chosen date - 100%
• Up to 7 days after purchase - 100%
• Cancellations made more than 48 hours before departure date: no cancellation fees apply
• Cancellations within 48 hours of departure date, late arrivals and no-shows: 100% cancellation fee applies  
• Cancellations due to rough sea conditions or weather: Rebooking option for another day OR full refund

Changes to Booking

• 48 hours’ notice is required to change a booking you have made

• Swimwear
• Reef-safe sunscreen, sunglasses and hat
• Change of clothes
• Cash or credit card for any purchases onboard (photography, souvenirs, etc.)

Selected dates

Availability:

• Available selected dates, see booking calendar
• Bookings valid to 31 March 2026
• Meeting point: Avarua Passage (next to Trader Jacks), Avarua, Rarotonga, Cook Islands (unless otherwise stated)
• Please ensure you are at the meeting location at least 30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time. Late arrivals and no-shows voids offer

Important:

• Tour will run for up to three hours, depending on the day’s sailing conditions
• This tour travels into open waters, which may be choppy at times; taking motion sickness tablets is recommended
• Guests must be able to swim comfortably in the sea and be comfortable in deep water. Previous snorkel experience is required
• This experience is not recommended for pregnant guests
• Guests with medical conditions should declare them to Ariki Adventures at the time of booking so they can consider their situation and accordingly take safety measures
• Guests with disabilities can also participate in this experience. Please inform Ariki Adventures at the time of booking and they will consider the situation
• Life jackets and wetsuits are available if required, however guests must advise when booking if they have any concerns about swim ability
• This tour is for small groups of no more than 10 guests

Terms & Conditions:

• Participant requirements: All participants of this tour must be aged 7+ and be able to swim without buoyancy aids
• All passengers are asked to respect the wildlife and adhere to instructions from the crew
• Child policy & requirements:
  • All children under 12 must be accompanied by a paying parent/adult guardian (18+)
  • This experience is not permitted for children under 7 as they must be able to follow instructions
  • Wearing buoyancy aid devices are not recommended. Wetsuits are available in small sizes for children that will help with their buoyancy. If you feel your child needs to wear a buoyancy aid, then this cruise is not suitable for them
  • Parents are responsible for supervising their children during the cruise at all times. It is recommended parents have shared supervision responsibilities by swimming at different times to ensure one parent is always available to supervise the child – children are not permitted to be left onboard the vessel unsupervised at any time
• Cruises are minimum number and weather dependent and may be cancelled at the discretion of Ariki Adventures
• Vessel is subject to change depending on availability

Please Note:

• Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
• Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused portions will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date

Important:

• The destination you are travelling to may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your visit
• We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website

Ariki Adventures

Ariki Adventures in the Cook Islands offers eco-friendly sea scooter safaris, allowing guests to explore vibrant coral reefs, encounter marine life like sea turtles and moray eels, and even visit historic shipwrecks. Their tours, such as the Lagoon Discovery and Shipwreck Safari, emphasise conservation and safety, supporting local sea turtle conservation efforts.

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