Swim with Turtles on a Private Two-Hour Sea Scooter Adventure in Avaavaroa Passage
Explore an underwater world of wonder to rendezvous with two species of sea turtles native to the Cook Islands on this private sea scooter adventure. Meet your knowledgeable guides at the Avaavaroa Passage, gear up with a premium mask, snorkel and fins and launch into the water from the beach on a unique, eco-friendly sea scooter. Keep your eyes peeled for marine life as you’re likely to encounter eagle rays, moray eels and, of course, the majestic sea turtles as your guide leads you up close to their natural habitat. Take advantage of a private tour and choose how much you want to see, at your own pace – this is a great way to witness some of nature’s most beloved aquatic animals.
Inclusions
- Valid for one person (7+)
- Two-hour private swim with sea turtles with knowledgeable guides
- Guaranteed sea turtle interaction
- Individual eco-friendly ‘Le Feet’ sea scooters
- Safety gear including life jackets, rescue tubes and paddleboards
- Mask and snorkel
- Fins or flippers
- All tour photography included
- Available on request
- Meeting point: Avaavaroa Passage, Vaimaanga, Rarotonga, Cook Islands (unless otherwise stated)
Pricing & availability
Avaavaroa Passage, Vaimaanga, Rarotonga, Rarotonga
Things to know
- After you have made your booking request, a confirmation email will be automatically sent to your nominated email address. Please note this is NOT a final confirmation, as your desired date may not be available
- Please note: Ariki Adventures will be in contact within 1–3 business days to confirm your booking and arrange a time with you directly
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.)
On request
Availability:
- Available on request
- Meeting point: Avaavaroa Passage, Vaimaanga, 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 two hours, depending on the day’s sailing conditions and wildlife sightings
- 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
- 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
Terms & Conditions:
- Participant requirements: All participants of this tour must be aged 7+ and be able to swim without buoyancy aids
- No touching or feeding sea turtles is permitted. 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.