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Rarotonga, Cook Islands
Te 'Are Vananga
At Te 'Are Vananga, we bring the art of traditional Cook Islands craft to life through hands-on workshops in Rarotonga. Whether you're carving parau shell into a keepsake pendant or printing your own pareu, every session is relaxed, personal and taught by someone who genuinely loves what they do. Come and make something real to take home.
What We Offer
Here's what you can book with us
Parau Shell Carving Make-and-Take Workshop
NZ$79.00 /person 4 hours
Cultural ImmersionRelaxation
Learn to carve your own piece of jewellery at this hands-on shell engraving workshop run by young Rarotongan artist Iave...
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Pareu Printing Make-and-Take Workshop
NZ$79.00 /person 2 hours
Cultural ImmersionRelaxation
Get hands-on with a Cook Islands tradition at Te 'Are Vananga's Pareu Printing Workshop in Rarotonga. Choose your boards...
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"We started this to share what locals actually love: not the tourist trap stuff, but real, meaningful pieces made right here. So much of what's crept into the markets and shops lately just isn't ours. We're working to change that, and to show our artists there are real reasons to stay."
Stormy - Owner & Head Artist
What Makes Te 'Are Vananga Special
Discover the unique elements that create an authentic experience
1
Learn to Make Real Cook Islands' Crafts
Carve genuine Cook Islands shell jewellery in a hands-on workshop, the only one of its kind on Rarotonga.
2
Guided By Third-Generation Cook Islands' Artists
Learn shell carving and pareu-printing from third-generation Cook Islands artists passing down techniques you won't find taught anywhere else.
3
Support Local Artists, Keep Our Craft Alive
Every purchase and workshop booking directly supports a local Rarotongan artists keeping traditional Cook Islands craft alive.
Certifications, Mentions & Awards
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Te 'Are Vananga Medals of Excellence
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Last synced October 2026