Dive site field guide
Rarotonga · Cook Islands
Cook Islands (General)
21.200° S · 159.700° W

At a glance
Best Time to Dive
May to October
Water Temperature
23-26°C / 73-79°F
Visibility
10-30m / 33-100ft
Access Type
Boat
Dive Type
Scuba · Snorkel
Difficulty
Beginner
Max Depth
30 m
Average depth
18 m
Nearest airport
RAR
Beneath the surface
The Cook Islands, particularly Rarotonga, offer fantastic diving in exceptionally clear water. The fringing reef features numerous caves, canyons, and swim-throughs to explore, and humpback whales can often be heard (and sometimes seen) during their migration season.
Clear visibilityCavesHealthy reefsHumpback whales (seasonal)
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