Cook Islands dive sights are considered very good for beginners and casual divers - the great thing is that all sights are close to shore and there is always good diving conditions whichever way the wind blows. Proof of certification is required for the use of equipment. The four independent dive operators on Rarotonga pick up from all hotels around the island. Experienced divers though will find the variety of dives to be limited and there are no challenging drift dives.

PADI scuba diving courses are available on Rarotonga. Cook Island Divers has a large swimming pool for instruction and Rarotongan Dive Centre has a handy small but deep pool to help beginners get acquainted with equipment and basic techniques before exploring the shallow waters within the reef.



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Our top 10 things to do in the Cook Islands:

1) Aitutaki Lagoon Cruise - island hopping, beaches and snorkelling

2) Traditional Dance Shows - best dancers in the South Pacific

3) Overnight trip to Atiu Island - caves and traditional life

4) Explore Rarotonga by Moped - buzz around Rarotonga

5) Aerial Sightseeing around Rarotonga - take to the air

6) Night on the Town - fine dining and great nightlife

7) Cook Islands Cultural Centre, Rarotonga - handicrafts and stories

8) Muri Beach, Rarotonga - activity beach centre on Rarotonga

9) Cross Island Hike - Rarotonga - rainforest and waterfall

10) Learn to Scuba Dive - relaxed scuba diving courses for beginners


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