We’ve tried to visit the Cook Islands before. It’s not easy. There isn’t a dock for cruise ships, nor is there a place to anchor. The ship must remain in position with its engines running and shuttle passengers ashore in the lifeboats, commonly called tendering. In 2012, we were scheduled to stop in Rarotonga, but the weather didn’t cooperate. Then again, in 2016, we were unable to go ashore for the same reason. This time, we made it!
We had a nice hike in a private reserve, with two great guides.
Although we got rained on, drenched really, it was a nice hike
Yes, it was worth the wait and the trouble.
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