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5 Best Rarotonga & Cook Islands Bus Tours

Are there bus tours around rarotonga and the cook islands.

We get it; whizzing around Rarotonga on a scooter isn’t for everyone! Luckily, there is a much easier way to explore the highlights of the island with the convenience of a driver and a guide to give you the most fun yet informative experience. Yes, bus tours do exist on Rarotonga! While only a small selection, there are bus tours for Rarotonga showing you sights, taking you to local homes for dinner and even nightlife tours taking you to the bars. We go through the various types of bus tours of Rarotonga in the list below!

Note that there are no bus tours on the outer islands of the Cook Islands with the exception of a bit of a sightseeing tour by bus as part of the Aitutaki Day Tour , in between a flight and a lagoon cruise. Find out more in the  10 Best Tours of Aitutaki .

1. Raro Tours – Rarotonga Island Discovery Tour

Operating one of the largest fleets of tour buses on Rarotonga, Raro Tours is an obvious go-to for bus tours in the Cook Islands. Their “ Island Discovery Tour ” is an excellent way to get acquainted with Rarotonga by bus, including its snorkelling spots. The three-hour bus tour also includes some exclusive highlights of its own, such as stops and commentary at historical maraes (an ancient gathering place), visiting local industries like a perfumes factory and tasting locally-made liqueurs. You’ll also stop for a coconut husking demonstration to learn more about the “Tree of Life”.

Tours start at 10am, Monday to Friday, and include transfers. Learn more about Raro Tours, read reviews and book tickets on Viator  or  Tripadvisor . Plus, check out more ways to sightsee on Rarotonga, other than taking the bus, in the   10 Best Sightseeing Tours in Rarotonga & the Cook Islands .

2. Cook Islands Tours – Rarotonga Orientation & Sightseeing Tour

Treating travellers to a range of popular bus tours on Rarotonga, Cook Islands Tours offers more ways to explore the island with the convenience of bus transport included. Their 2h30mins “ Orientation & Sightseeing Tour “ is a good choice for sightseeing where you will be pointed out to some excellent places to eat on the island, interesting activities to do, as well as stopping by some cultural attractions that you can tick off the list. Additionally, their evening “ Progressive Dinner Tour “ offers a way to have dinner with the locals, eating a different course at various local homes while being transported by bus in between.

Find out more about Cook Islands Tours, check out reviews and book tours on  Viator  and  Tripadvisor or learn more about their Progressive Dinner Tour on Viator , Tripadvisor or the 10 Best Foodie Experiences in the Cook Islands .

3. Rehab Party Bus Tour

For a bus tour around Rarotonga by night, Rehab Party Bus is a fun-filled nightlife tour of the island’s most buzzing bars and clubs. Under the “thatched” island-style roof of the party bus, dance and play hilarious games with the crew as you travel around Raro! Picking you up and dropping you off at your accommodation at the end of the night, your transfers are taken care of. Just let your hair down with like-minded travellers and locals and hit some of the best bars around the island before concluding the tour at the  Rehab  nightclub.

Find out more about nightlife tours in  The Ultimate Guide to Rarotonga Nightlife + Happy Hour List .

4. Going Troppo Nightlife Tour

That’s right, there’s another nightlife party bus on Rarotonga! Gather in “the green bus” decorated with LED lights and with up to 22 other soon-to-be friends on the Going Troppo Nightlife Tour . Grab your souvenir LED “Going Troppo” wine glass or stubby-holder and hit the road to various bars and clubs around the island. The four to six-hour tour with pick-ups at 7/8pm includes a complimentary snack platter to keep you going throughout the night.

Tours operate Wednesdays and Fridays. Book your nightlife tour and read reviews on Viator  or  Tripadvisor . 

5. Self-Guided Rarotonga Bus Tour

Finally, another way to tour Rarotonga by bus is by simply hopping on the round-the-island bus and hopping off wherever you like along the main road – there are even day passes available to do just that! Clockwise and anticlockwise buses run every hour throughout the day from Monday to Saturday. Make your own itinerary of Rarotonga (or use A Self-Guided Day Trip Around Rarotonga ) and see the sights while enjoying riding the local bus that’s fun yet pretty cheap!

Learn more about the Rarotonga bus, the price and schedules in Taking the Bus in Rarotonga: Bus Fares, Timetable & More .

More About Bus Tours in Rarotonga and the Cook Islands

That’s our comprehensive list of all the bus tours around Rarotonga and the Cook Islands. As we said, there aren’t that many, but there are many more ways to tour the islands, whether it’s via electric tuk-tuk, safari Jeep, self-drive 4WD buggies or something else. Find out more in the guides below:

• 10 Best Tours in the Cook Islands
• 10 Best Island-Hopping Tours in Rarotonga & the Cook Islands
• 5 Best Off-Road Tours in Rarotonga & the Cook Islands

Finally, get more advice for ways to travel around the Cook Islands in the Cook Islands Transport Guide: 15 Best Ways to Get Around the Cook Islands .

This article was reviewed and published by Robin, the co-founder of Cook Islands Pocket Guide. He has lived, worked and travelled across 16 different countries before settling in the South Pacific, so he knows a thing or two about planning the perfect trip in this corner of the world. Robin works and consults regularly with Cook Islands Tourism Corporation, a local government body representing the tourism industry. Robin is also the co-founder of several other South Pacific travel guides and is a regular host of webinars with the South Pacific Tourism Organisation.

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Explore Rarotonga with Tumutoa Tours, a family-owned and run tour company that gives you real insight into life in the Cook Islands.

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We’re Mānia & Ngame and we’re the husband and wife team behind Tumutoa Tours, one of the top 10 things to do on Rarotonga.

Together we offer you a real insight into what local life is like here on Rarotonga. 

We love sharing our beautiful home with our visitors and we look forward to welcoming you into the family. 

Our Experiences

We offer a range of different packages that are suitable for the whole family. We can cater for large groups, different ages and different abilities. Take a look at our different options below and if you have any questions just send us a message.

UMU FEAST, STRING BAND & FIRE SHOW

Spend the day with us creating your dinner in a traditional Umu cooking class. While it’s cooking weave your own food basket then storytelling. String Band plays while you husk, open & grate coconut, then squeeze coconut cream for ikamata (raw marinated fish). Enjoy the umu feast then FireShow.

MONDAY & THURSDAY 3pm -7.30pm

Adult $105, Child 5-15 Half Price, 0-4yo Free | 4.5 hours

Discovery Walking Tour

Explore, touch, smell & taste the fruits, vegetables, medicinal plants & hear legends of our Inave Village. Fruits & fresh coconut water provided after tour. Bring: water, comfy shoes, hat, sunscreen, mosquito repellent.

TUESDAY & FRIDAY 8.30am -10.30am

Adults $75, Child 5 – 15 half price | 2 hours

LEGENDS OF RAEMARU

The story of Mountain Raemaru has been passed down by our ancestors. Enjoy a mountain walk & discover the history & legends of warriors during battles. Take in the amazing views and a feast of fruits and coconuts for brunch. Bring water, walking shoes, hat, sunscreen, mosquito repellent.

WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY 8:30am-12pm

Adults $85, Child 5-15 Half Price, 0-4yo Free | 3.5 hours

TRADITIONAL UMU & DISCOVERY WALK

Enjoy everything included in the discovery walking tour above, while the traditional umu earth oven food you prepared earlier is cooking. Weave your own food basket, husk, open, grate coconut & squeeze cream into ikamata. Then share a delicious feast together. For groups of 7 or more people.

TUESDAY or FRIDAY  2pm – 6.30pm

Adults $95, Child 5-15 half price | 4.5 hours+

From the moment we arrived, we were made to feel at home. An absolutely must-do activity when in Rarotonga. We did the Umu Kai tour. It’s hands-on and we learned so much! Amazing friendly, sincere hosts with welcoming hearts who shared their lives and stories with us.   Thank you so much for an amazing afternoon/evening. We enjoyed every minute of our time with you.

Our extended family group had an awesome experience on this tour.

I would highly recommend this for families of all ages but it was very good for the children in particular to have such a ‘hands on’ and genuine Rarotongan experience.

The Umu (we helped prepare) was delicious too!

The cultural and fire show was the best experience we had in the Cook Islands. Ngametua and Mania and their family and friends made us feel part of their family. Enjoyed preparing and cooking the feast, plate weaving, being entertained, coconut husking, tree climbing, being entertained and the fire show. Awesome experience and truly a memory my family and I will forever treasure.

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How to take the bus in Rarotonga: Timetables, fares, tickets and more.

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• Updated On April 18, 2024

Taking the bus in Rarotonga is a fun, easy and affordable way to explore this tropical paradise!

There’s only one road and two buses that circle the island; one in each direction.

Read on for all the details and everything you need to know to make taking the bus in Rarotonga a great addition to your holiday.

Taking the bus in Rarotonga

• Which direction? 
• Rarotonga bus schedule
• Clockwise timetable
• Anti-clockwise timetable
• After-hours and Sundays

Further information

Since living in Rarotonga we’ve quickly realised that one of the first questions asked by visitors to the island is about how to get around .  

Whether you’re visiting for a few days and making your way around independently or you’re in between accommodation and a rental vehicle, taking the bus in Rarotonga is an easy option.  

The bus is a relaxing way to get a glimpse of island life around the entire of Rarotonga…

You can take the bus from point A to point B, or you can just jump on and take a ride right around the entire island. And, coming from people that normally get around by car or motorbike, we can confirm that you get a great view from being that little bit higher up on the road! 

It’s easy, affordable and a relaxing option for transport around Rarotonga. 

Which direction? Clockwise or anti-clockwise?

The round-Rarotonga bus service runs around the island in both a clockwise and anti-clockwise direction.  (That’s it!).  

The entire island of Rarotonga is encircled by a single main road –  Ara Tapu  – that connects the districts and villages of the island with a 32km sealed loop road.  

• Note: Some parts of the island are also connected by a parallel inland road (the ‘backroad’) although this does not continue all the way around.  

The bus in Rarotonga follows the main island road and runs around the coast in both directions departing from the Bus Stop at Cook’s Corner in Avarua. 

Fares and tickets

All fares are in NZD and are a standard price that applies all year. 

Fares are to be paid in cash.  The Cooks’ Island Bus in Rarotonga does not currently accept EFTPOS Transactions.

Clockwise/Anti-clockwise bus schedule

The schedule for the bus in Rarotonga is based on an hourly departure from the Cooks’ Corner bus stop in Avaura.  

The bus starts with the first departure from town, clockwise at 7:00am Monday to Saturday operating until 4:00pm.  The anticlockwise buses depart from town starting at 8:30am and running until the last anticlockwise departure at 4:30pm.

Clockwise Bus The Clockwise Bus departs Cooks’ Corner on the hour every hour from 7:00am to 5:00pm, Monday to Saturday.

Anti-Clockwise Bus The Anti-Clockwise Bus departs Cooks’ Corner at half past the hour every hour from 8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday and from 8:30am to 1:30pm on Saturdays.  Note: There is NO Anti-Clockwise Bus operating on Sundays.

Clockwise bus timetable 

Anti-clockwise bus timetable

Taking the bus in Rarotonga after-hours

Clockwise Night Bus The Night Clockwise Bus departs Cooks’ Corner on the hour every hour from 6:00pm to 10:00pm Monday to Saturday.  Note: There is NO Clockwise Night Bus on Sundays.

Sunday Clockwise Bus The Sunday Clockwise Bus departs Cooks’ Corner on the hour every hour from 8:00am to 12:00pm then 2:00pm to 4:00pm. Note: There is NO anti-clockwise or Night Bus operating on a Sunday.

For more information contact Cooks’ Bus Rarotonga via email: [email protected]. Check out their website or give them a call one you get here (phone: +682 25512). 

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How To Take The Bus: Raro Bus Schedule, Fares & More

All you need to know about taking the bus in Rarotonga. I will be giving you all the information you need to know such as whether you should go clockwise or anti-clockwise, the bus schedule, costs, and what to expect!

If you are just wanting a simple and relaxed holiday then taking the bus in Rarotonga is the perfect transport option for you. Join locals and travelers alike as you journey around this small island together. It never takes too long to get to your destination. So sit back and smell the salty sea breeze.

The island of Rarotonga might not be a large place being 32km around. Though unless you have some damn good running shoes and a sporty spirit you are going to need some sort of vehicle. Now, hiring a car or scooter may not be the best option for you, perhaps you are not comfortable on the roads and don’t want to deal with insurance worries. Well, you better learn how to take the bus in Rarotonga.

Riding the bus is super easy to do and you can’t get lost as the island is a circle, the bus route will eventually take you back to where you started! This guide to taking the bus in Rarotonga has everything you need to know including the Raro bus schedule, fares, buying tickets, and more!

Taking The Bus In Rarotonga: Everything You Need To Know

Why should you take the bus, anti clockwise or clockwise, the raro bus schedule, where to catch the bus in rarotonga.

• How Much Is The Bus In Rarotonga

Taking the bus in Rarotonga is an excellent way to discover the island. It is small enough that the journey doesn’t get uncomfortable and boring. The friendly drivers are also a bonus, always greeting everyone with a big Kia Orana.

Though personally, I think the main drawcard to taking the bus in Rarotonga is that you will really slip into island life. Time here is slower than you’ll experience in busy cities. Everyone is friendly and no one is in a rush. Watch the palm trees swaying in the breeze and listen to the waves crashing on the shore. Feel yourself breathe and relax away from the stresses of reality. Welcome to Rarotonga.

Now before we get into the bus schedule in Rarotonga it is important you understand the anti-clockwise or clockwise concept. Essentially what you need to understand is there is a single main road in Rarotonga. This road is a circle so there are only two ways the bus can travel. This is either anti-clockwise or clockwise.

The majority of the time there will be two buses on the road except for some exclusions which I will cover later. These two buses will be going in opposite directions on a circular road. This makes things super easy for us tourists as it is near impossible to not be able to get to your destination.

Depending on where your accommodation is located on the island in comparison to your destination will determine whether you catch the clockwise or anti-clockwise bus. A ten-minute bus ride will either take ten minutes or fifty minutes, depending on which bus you take! So just make sure you jump on the correct one.

The following are the clockwise, anti-clockwise, and night bus schedule for Rarotonga. The locations listed are the bus stops, sometimes there will be physical shelter there, sometimes not. The time is when the bus departs on the hour.

Public Holidays run as per the Sunday Day Schedule with the night bus running per normal.

There are no buses on Good Friday, Christmas Day, New Year’s Day, and New Year’s Eve.

Clockwise Raro Bus Schedule:

Monday to Saturday from 7.00 am until 5.00 pm on the hour. Sundays from 8.00 am until 12.00 pm and 2.00 pm to 4.00 pm.

Anti-Clockwise Raro Bus Schedule

Monday to Friday from 8.30 am until 4.30 pm at half past the hour. Saturday from 8.30 am until 1.30 pm.

Night Raro Bus Schedule

The night bus follows the clockwise route. It departs on the hour from 6 pm to 10 pm Monday to Saturday. Be aware there is no night bus on Sundays in Rarotonga.

Island Time

Let’s get the first thing first, island time . It is a thing in Rarotonga and the locals love it, including the bus drivers. Though, in saying that they are not going to be too far off the scheduled time. I have even taken buses that came early!

Generally speaking, it is best to be at the bus stop 10 minutes before the scheduled departure. Also if your bus is for some reason crazy late, don’t worry, there will be another one going the other direction soon.

There are well over fifty different bus stops depending on which route you are on so you will never be too far away. All major accommodations will often have a bus stop in front of it, as well as popular restaurants. This way you will never have a problem when taking the bus in Rarotonga.

It is very unlikely you will need to walk more than a few meters from your final destination. Just tell the bus driver where you would like to go when you jump on and he will drop you as close as possible.

How Much Is The Bus In Rarotonga?

Standard bus ticket prices.

Adult: one way $5.00NZD / return $8.00NZD Child: one way $3.00NZD / return $4.00NZD

Multi Journey Ticket Prices

Hop on Hop Off: Adult $16.00NZD / family $26.00NZD (two adults & two children) 10 Journey Pass: Adult $30.00NZD / child $19.00 NZD

Where To Stay In Rarotonga

There are plenty of options when it comes to accommodation in Rarotonga. From small hostels, apartments on the beach, luxury resorts, and everything in between.

Though just be aware that even 5-star resorts in Rarotonga don’t actually look too great so adjust your expectations accordingly. This is an island with limited resources and seems to be a few years behind New Zealand, which is again, a few years behind the rest of Oceania. As a result, rooms can look quite dated, think floral prints from the ’70s, though that’s just the atheistic on the island.

Things To Do While In Rarotonga

One great thing about Rarotonga is that is it basically impossible to get bored during your stay! There is such a wide variety of things to do and beautiful sights you will constantly be out exploring.

Also, for a more extensive list be sure to check out my post on the Best Things To Do In Rarotonga .

Aitutaki Day Tour: If you are looking for a once-in-a-lifetime experience definitely think about booking the Aitutaki Day Tour. Though it is pricey, 100% worth it. It still has some of the best beaches I have ever seen.

Cultural Show: A more tame activity is checking out one of the evening cultural shows . These are magnificent insights into the Cook Island culture with extremely impressive performances involving dance and fire. A buffet dinner is also included with both Western and local favorites.

Across Island Hike: One of the most popular things to do is do the Across Island Hike and visit The Needle. This will take you right into the interior of the mountainous island with some amazing ocean views. Raro Buggy Tours: I have always wanted to do the buggy tour as there is such hype so I booked it on my most recent trip. I remember saying at the start to my partner that we must swap halfway so I get some fun. Though when that time came I was enjoying it so much that I was happy to stay a passenger!

Beach Hop: Now you cannot go to Rarotonga and miss out on exploring the incredible ocean life and this can easily be done on a budget, if not for free. Basically, no matter where you are staying on the island the ocean is just a walk away. Do what I did and bring your own snorkel, or hire your own for a few dollars a day. Honestly, you could spend hours exploring the underwater life and corals (pro tip: the best snorkeling spot is Aroa Marine Reserve behind The Rarotongan beach resort or in front of Fruits of Rarotonga)

Swimming With Sea Turtles: No matter what your budget is swimming with sea turtles is one activity I recommend to everyone visiting Rarotonga. This experience will have you swimming alongside these majestic beauties. I did this with Ariki Adventures and cannot recommend this enough. As an alternative, they also offer a lagoon safari which I recently did. This is suitable for all ages and is safe for those who are not the most confident swimmers.

Lagoon cruise: More of a family-friendly activity is the lagoon cruise. There are a couple of companies you can book with, though we went with Koka Lagoon Cruises. It is a perfect way to get into the Cook Island spirit. With plenty of performances, snorkeling, entertainment, and a delicious lunch it is the ideal way to spend half a day.

Quad Biking: If you are a bit of an adrenaline junkie then quad biking is perfect for you! Head right into the inland area and among the jungle. Explore off the beaten track and get some of the best views of the famous needle which stands high over Rarotonga.

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RARO TOURS - GOING TROPPO NIGHT LIFE TOURS (Rarotonga) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go

RAROTONGA'S PUBLIC BUS SERVICE

Moving People for over 30 years

Cooks' Island Bus Passenger Transport LTD has been providing, Public Bus Services, School Bus Services and Private Charter Services to both the people and visitors of Rarotonga since 1990.

A LITTLE ABOUT US

Cooks' Island Bus Passenger Transport Ltd has a rich history that dates back to 1988 when it was known as Cook's Corner Trading Ltd. In 1989, we started our Public Transport System with a small shuttle van that ran a schedule around the island, primarily to support our Cook's Corner shopping complex in the heart of Avarua. Our first vehicle was a 15-seat Mazda E2200 van, painted white with a bold red Cook's Corner sign on each side.

As demand grew, we expanded our fleet to 10 buses, which includes not only Public Transport but also School Bus Services and Private Charter Services. We are the only operators of school services on Rarotonga and offer charter services to local schools, churches, sports groups, as well as bulk airport transfers and charters for all types of visiting groups.

It's important to note that Rarotonga's Public Bus Service is privately owned and operated by Cooks' Island Bus Passenger Transport Ltd, without subsidies or contracts from the Cook Islands Government, Village Councils, or Schools. We believe that a reliable Public Transport Service is crucial for any economy and are committed to continuing to provide this service for years to come.

2 ROUTES, ONE ROAD, NEVER GET LOST

Our Public Bus Service offers two routes, Clockwise and Anti-Clockwise, which operate on Rarotonga's Circular Main Road, making it impossible to get lost.

The Clockwise Bus departs Cooks' Corner in the center of town (Avarua) on the hour, every hour, from 7:00 am (First Departure) to 10:00 pm (Last Departure), Monday to Saturday.

The Anti-Clockwise Bus departs Cooks' Corner in the center of town (Avarua) at half-past the hour, every hour, from 8:30 am (First Departure) to 4:30 pm (Last Departure), Monday to Friday, and from 8:30 am (First Departure) to 1:30 pm (Last Departure) on Saturdays.

Although it is hard to get lost on Rarotonga, it can be easy to lose track of operating buses. To avoid this, we recommend keeping an eye out for our Service Sign, located either at the Top of the bus (on some bus models) or at the Bottom Right Corner (as you view). We also offer a School Bus service that is usually active from 7:00 am to 9:00 am and 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday.

To track operating buses in real-time, we recommend downloading and using the TransportMe Passenger App (internet required). With the app, you can keep track of the location and schedule of the buses, making it easier to plan your journey.

ANTI-CLOCKWISE

Head office located - back road nikao rarotonga, avarua district, cook islands.

Email: [email protected]

Phone: +682 25 512

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1 dead after shuttle bus crashes at a Honolulu cruise ship terminal

HONOLULU — One person died and multiple people were injured when a shuttle bus collided with pedestrians and concrete barriers at a Honolulu cruise ship terminal, authorities said Friday.

The crash occurred when the shuttle bus driver mistook the gas pedal for the brake, Honolulu police said in statement.

The driver had dropped off customers at Pier 2 when bystanders noticed the bus was moving forward, police said. The driver jumped in the driver’s seat and attempted to stop the vehicle when he stepped on the gas, police said.

One pedestrian, a 68-year-old woman, died. Paramedics took four others in their 50s and 60s to the hospital in serious condition. They also took a man in his 70s to the hospital in stable condition.

Paramedics evaluated and bandaged six others who declined transportation to the hospital, said Honolulu Emergency Medical Services spokesperson Shayne Enright.

Police said speed does not appear to be a factor in the crash. It’s unknown if drugs or alcohol were involved, police said.

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Melissa Etheridge and Danny Trejo are among the co-chairs of this year’s Mobilize Recovery initiative.

Kicking off from Los Angeles on Sept. 20, Mobilize Recovery Across America 2024 will depart on a cross-country bus tour, stopping in 15 cities during September and October. At each stop, community members, partners, and volunteers will offer community trainings, listening sessions, overdose response supports, and they will engage local policymakers and communities on issues that matter to the recovery movement.

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Activations during the bus stops include distributing overdose prevention education, moderated roundtables and TEDx-style talks about addiction, recovery and mental health.

Additional co-chairs include “American Idol” winner Noah Thompson, Fitz and the Tantrums, former NBA player Chris Herren, Dr. Miriam Delphin-Rittmon (Administrator of SAMHSA), Neil Potts (VP of Trust and Safety at Meta) and Dr. Karen DeSalvo (Chief Health Officer at Google).

The bus tour route and local events will be announced through Mobilize Recovery’s Facebook page on June 10 and on their website. Individuals and community organizations interested in participating are encouraged to sign up for updates at mobilizerecovery.org .

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