Culture · Evening experiences

Island Nights in Rarotonga

Drumming, song, dance, storytelling and food — but each experience has a different feel.

Current official options: Cook Islands Tourism currently lists Highland Paradise, The Edgewater Resort & Spa, The Islander Hotel, The Rarotongan/Sanctuary, Te Vara Nui Village and Tumutoa Tours. Days and prices change, so confirm directly before booking.

Te Vara Nui Village

A purpose-built cultural evening in Muri combining performance, storytelling and dining.

Highland Paradise

An inland cultural venue where the setting and history are a major part of the experience.

Resort Island Nights

The Edgewater and The Rarotongan/Sanctuary suit travellers wanting cultural entertainment within a resort evening.

Alternative experiences

The Islander and Tumutoa Tours are also on the current official list. Check the latest schedule.

How to choose

Don't pick only on price.

Consider location, transport home, whether dinner is included, child ages, performance style, cultural depth and how much audience participation you enjoy.

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