On-site Activities at Manuia Beach Resort
Free on site scuba diving try-out and instruction
Ever wanted to try scuba diving? Here’s your chance! Every Monday we offer an introductory pool dive with a qualified instructor – FREE! Learn about buoyancy, your equipment, breathing under water and safety. If you would like to take your diving experience further be sure to check out
Pacific Divers
for more lessons and diving excursions.
Cocktail Happy Hour
On the beat of our Cook Island drum, come down to Manuia Beach bar and enjoy
Island Paradise cocktails
at our happy hour prices. Enjoy a relaxing drink poolside, overlooking Muri Beach and the turqouise waters beyond - the perfect lead into an excellent evening in your Rarotongan beach resort.
New - Sunday night BBQ – with string band
Relax on the beach at sunset and enjoy a scrumptious BBQ cooked right in front of you and soak up the atmosphere of the local string band. This is a night not to be missed with stunning setting on the beach, flaming torches, the sounds of Polynesia, good company and fun atmosphere typical of a Sunday night in Paradise!
Wednesday night Island Experience
Every Wednesday night at Manuia join us for Manuia’s Island Experience. Learn coconut husking, how to make Ika Mata (traditional fish dish), make your own head Ei, learn how to tie a Pareu , and how to dance Cook Islands style whilst being entertained by one of Rarotonga’ top entertainers Tara Kauvai. Enjoy our traditional buffet of the very best in Cook Island cuisine. Finish the evening with our delicious desert buffet while watching the spectacular fire dancing show.
Luxury Relaxation Beach Massage - Every Thursday
Totally relax, unwind and enjoy a traditional Polynesian massage on the beachfront while listening to the gentle waves breaking on the reef beyond. With idyllic surroundings and this ultimately relaxing experience you will agree that Manuia Beach Resort is the island paradise you have dreamt of.
Free offsite Gym Membership
For those in training or wanting to keep up with their fitness, Manuia Beach Resorts Guests now have 24hr access to Fitness Revolution gym in Nikao - this is totally free for our guests and located approx 4km away.
Live Entertainment
Manuia Beach Resort
is never short on entertainment. We offer an extensive live music line up from local island sounds to classic rock covers. Something for all tastes and moods.
Polynesian Pearls - Informative Talk
Join Gus and Sophie Meyer, our Pearl expert, for a poolside talk about these unique and precious treasures. Learn the shapes, colours, lustre, formation, size and grades, all from a genuine Cook Island Pearl Farmer.
Kayaking and Mountain biking
Kayaking and mountain biking is a fun way to see more of Rarotonga. We have a single kayak for guest use at Manuia Beach Resort and our front office can also recommend and arrange kayak hire in other areas of the island. We have electric Eco Bikes which can be hired from $20 per day from Island Car and Bike Hire straight across the road. Mountain bikes can be arranged via our front office and are $13 for a day including a pickup service.
Lagoon Snorkeling
Collect some complimentary snorkel gear from the front office and head into the lagoon. Bordering a marine reserve, Manuia Beach Resort - your
Rarotonga accommodation
- has an abundance of aquatic life for you to enjoy.
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