Sometimes known as “the lost village”, Highland Paradise is a cultural feast of Cook Islands entertainment and spiritual experiences.
Weekday Guided and “self explore” tours of authentic historical sites in this mountain village refuge that lay forgotten for 150 years include re enactments , interactive live days, restored marae and faithfully rebuilt traditional buildings all recreating the ambience and spirituality of this sacred place where our ancestors lived , loved , fought and died. You will learn of our proud and sometimes, sad and sordid history.
Amongst 25 developed acres of magnificent gardens and views you will experience drumming , singing, dancing , storytelling and umu feasts just as they were more than 600 years ago on this very spot!
Our award winning , Wednesday and Friday sunset cultural nights, include hosted roundtrip transport , expert guides, village experiences , marae visit, a tapu lifting , warrior welcome, cocktail , underground oven (umu) feasting like you have never experienced and spectacular stage show telling the story of our ancient heritage through singing , dancing and drumming.
Our dancers , musicians , chefs , barmen and guides are all descendants of Ariki ( High Chief) Tinomana and are proud to be part of the extended family which brings this mountain village back to life and keeps it alive – for you!
Tour prices:
Highland Paradise Tour
Adult $60.00 Child $30.00 (under 12 years)
Child under 2 years Free of Charge
Highland Paradise Island Night
Adult $89.00 Child $50.00 (under 12 years)
Child under 2 years Free of Charge
