Arore Sunrise Guided Trek

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Tours depart from the Ngatangiia Meeting House on the eastern side of Muri, starting around half an hour before sunrise, typically between 4:45 and 5:45 am depending on the time of year. We will confirm your exact start time after booking.<br><br></div><div>The trail climbs steadily through lush forest, and it is steep the whole way up. Ropes and steps have been installed along the ascent to help you make your way, so while it gets your heart rate going, it is one of the more accessible mountain hikes on the island. Headlamps are provided, so you are well equipped for the pre-dawn start.<br><br></div><div>At the summit, the reward is a sweeping panoramic view over Muri Lagoon, the scattered motu (islets), the sweeping Pacific Ocean, and the dramatic inland mountain ranges of Rarotonga. Reaching the top just as the sun rises over the lagoon makes for a genuinely memorable moment. The full guided experience takes approximately 1.5 hours return.<br><br></div><div>Tours depart from the Ngatangiia Meeting House in Muri. If you are staying within the Muri district, transfers to the meeting house are complimentary. For guests staying further afield, a one-way hotel transfer is available for $35 for up to five people. The same transfer rate applies for the return journey if you would like a ride back. Bus services are generally running by the time the tour wraps up, so returning independently is also an option.<br><br></div><div>Please note that self-guided walks are not permitted on the Arore Mountain Trail at this time. All visits must be made through a guided experience with Arore Mountain Adventures.</div>", "departure_and_return": "<div>Tours depart from the Ngatangiia Meeting House in Muri. If you are staying within the Muri district, transfers to the meeting house are complimentary. For guests staying further afield, a one-way hotel transfer is available for $35 for up to five people. The same transfer rate applies for the return journey if you would like a ride back. Bus services are generally running by the time the tour wraps up, so returning independently is also an option.</div>", "faq": "<div><strong>What time does the Arore Sunrise Guided Trek start?</strong></div><div>Tours depart between 4:45 and 6:20 am from the Ngatangiia Meeting House, half an hour before sunrise. We'll confirm your exact start time after booking, as this varies with the season.<br><br></div><div><strong>Can I do the Arore Mountain Trail without a guide?</strong></div><div>Self-guided walks are not permitted on the Arore Mountain Trail. All guests must be accompanied by an Arore Mountain Adventures guide to access the private trail.<br><br></div><div><strong>How long does the Arore Sunrise Guided Trek take?</strong></div><div>The guided trek takes approximately 1.5 hours return, including time to take in the panoramic views of Muri Lagoon and the surrounding mountains from the summit.<br><br></div><div><strong>Do I need to organise my own transport to the starting point?</strong></div><div>Transfers are available from your accommodation for $35 one way for up to five people. If you're staying within the Muri district, the pickup is complimentary.<br><br></div><div><strong>What is included in the sunrise tour?</strong></div><div>Your guided trek is included, along with a headlamp for the pre-dawn ascent. 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