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Rarotonga

Te Vara Nui & Progressive Dinner Package

With its warm, welcoming and friendly people, the Cook Islands is the perfect holiday destination for those seeking a taste of traditional Polynesian culture. Te Vara Nui Villa is Rarotonga's leading cultural attraction located in Muri Beach. Sit back and enjoy the dancers and musicians as they perform by flaming torchlight on floating stages. Venture out to the villages to experience true Cook Islands cusiine, hospitality and lifestyle with a progressive dinner. You will enjoy three sumptuous courses while listening to the sounds of the local ukuleles. Each course is served in a different local home. The Cook Islands will capture your heart with is vibrant culture and spirit. 

Your inclusions

  • 5 nights accommodation in a Premium Garden Suite at Manuia Beach Resort
  • Return Rarotonga Airport Transfers
  • Tropical Breakfast Daily
  • Te Vara Nui Spectacular Over Water Night Show and Buffet Dinner - including return hotel transfers
  • Progressive Dinner through local homes tour
  • FREE Wifi
  • FREE weekly cultural activities at the resort


This stunning show delivers an electric authentic cultural performance like no other. Enjoy delicious traditional island night buffet fusing local island tastes from world class Umukai (traditional feast) and sample the culinary skills of local and European Chefs. With compelling legend stories set over the water portraying the past and fast hip-shaking dances with resounding beats of drums and rhythms of songs and dance, this spectacular setting and performance are guaranteed to lift the hairs on the back of your neck!

Leave the familiar surrounds of your resort and venture out to the villages to experience true Cook Islands cuisine, hospitality and the real spirit of culture & lifestyle when you visit the locals in their homes. Enjoy three courses with each course in a different local home. Explore the tropical garden that the host of the first course has to offer before travelling to your main course where you will be treated to a buffet feast, similar to what you would expect at a large Cook Islands family gathering. Then your dessert host will delight you with local sweets and fruit as well as tea and Atiu Island brewed coffee. Whilst enjoying your meal at each home, you will be delighted by the sounds of local ukuleles, guitar and voices of the small string band that will accompany you throughout your local dining experience. 

Room Types

Premium Garden Suite

The Premium Garden Suite are set in lush tropical gardens with Polynesian inspired interiors

5 nights + sightseeing package

from $1689 per person share twin

  • Additional nights from $279 per person share twin
  • Travel 01 Apr - 30 Oct 25
5 nights + sightseeing package

from $1569 per person share twin

  • Additional nights from $279 per person share twin
  • Travel 01 Nov 25 - 31 Mar 26

If the advertised room type doesn't suit, or you'd like to travel outside the advertised dates, please ask us for a customised quote below.

Terms & Conditions

Sales to 31 Mar 26 or until sold out. Prices correct as at 07 Feb 25. Prices may vary due to a number of factors including tax and surcharge increases and availability. • Package prices for accommodation and transfers are land only. Flights are additional.   All travel must be commenced and completed as specified • Bedding configurations may vary • Sightseeing does not operate daily, subject to minimum/maximum numbers • Min/max stays apply • Full payment is required at time of booking. • Availability during holiday & peak travel periods may be limited. • Amendment and cancellation fees apply • Accommodation ratings are based on House of Travel ratings and are a guide only to the overall quality of the property • Packages are subject to availability. Please talk to your House of Travel consultant for the most up to date availability and pricing. Advertised prices are per person (twin share) based on payment by cash or eftpos. Credit card fees will apply. FINANCE CONDITIONS: Lending criteria, fees, terms & conditions apply. Offer available in-store only.  
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