HIGHLY RECOMMEND – This was a highlight of our trip to Rarotonga…
On arrival we were greeted with staff singing and playing instruments. Such a great vibe with energetic funny and friendly staff on all boats.
From the moment we stepped on-board, the captains kept the laughs and entertainment flowing with singing, dancing, live music, and cheeky humour that had everyone laughing (and somehow still felt genuine, not scripted). The vibe was relaxed, fun, and full of good energy.
We toured the beautiful Muri Lagoon on a glass-bottom boat. You can snorkel in the marine reserve with tropical fish and giant clams. (we can’t snorkel so chilled out aboard – hadn’t been to Coconut Kids Club snorkeling lessons – but still, what an experience! the water is clear) if you don’t swim the boats have a glass bottom where we can enjoy the fish too. You may see a moray eel, giant clams, giant trevellay, angel fish, butterfly fish, convict surgeon fish, trigger fish and turtles.
We got absolutely beautiful weather and were blown away start to finish. Music across the whole morning, even personalising songs made travel time feel non-existent. The snorkelling spot was beautiful and uniquely thought out to suit those of all abilities.
Visited Motu Koromiri and enjoyed an island-style open fire fresh fish BBQ (we had yellow fin tuna) served with BBQ bananas (the captains speciality), potato salad, coleslaw, delicious curried paw paw salad, breadfruit salad, green salad and seasonal fruit.
The crew were entertaining, amazing and had us all laughing and smiling all day long! Entertainment includes singing, drumming, ukulele playing, comedy, hilarious sarong and coconut demo as well as how to shimmy up a coconut tree, with audience participation.
What a great day, full of laughter and song.
On Captain Tama’s lagoon cruise, guests will:
♦ Tour the beautiful Muri Lagoon on a glass-bottom boat
♦ Snorkel in a marine reserve with tropical fish and giant clams
♦ See a fish feeding demonstration
♦ Visit Motu Koromiri (small island) in Muri Lagoon
♦ Enjoy an island-style fresh fish open fire BBQ served with salads and seasonal fruit
♦ Be treated to a pareu (sarong) tying and coconut husking show
♦ Listen to live music from the crew onboard and on the motu
They provide all the snorkelling gear, lessons (if required), return transport from your accommodation and a yummy BBQ lunch. All you need to bring is a towel, sunscreen and a camera.
Your Boat Experience
You will be part of a natural aquarium, myriads of colourful fish and marine life including a moray eel, giant clams, giant trevellay, angel fish, butterfly fish, convict surgeon fish and trigger fish. Sometimes turtles visit the lagoon, this might be your day!
Snorkelling
Muri beach offers beautiful clear, shallow water – so it’s ideal snorkelling fun for everyone, from beginners to advanced and if you can’t, don’t worry, we’ll teach you. It’s easy! It’s such a great way to experience the variety of tropical fish and coral. Just relax and float on the water. Anyone over the age of 6 can safely snorkel these waters; while those under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
All Equipment Included
We provide the masks and snorkels so you can float across the water; observing the magic of the tropical marine reserve. We also have some fins you can use if you want to get around a little faster. And of course, life jackets and other floatation devices are on hand for additional comfort and safety.
Lunch
The half day Muri Lagoon cruise includes a scrumptious, fresh fish BBQ lunch. After your snorkel we will head to a small island in the lagoon to enjoy a delicious fresh fish BBQ which includes: Fish cooked “Raro style” over an open fire, BBQ bananas (the captains speciality), potato salad, coleslaw, delicious paw paw salad, breadfruit salad mixed with gluten free mayo. Accompanied by seasonal fruits and crisp French bread.
Departure Times
Tour departs Sunday – Friday at 11:00 am
Price
$115 per person