Black Rock beach

Black Rock is a beach in the northwest of Rarotonga island, Cook Islands. The Rock itself is not very interesting. But the beach is good both for swimming, as well as for snorkeling. There are many restaurants and shops around, but don't expect any kind of a nightlife. There is also interesting hiking trail starting right next by the road. Sometimes whales can be seen in the ocean. Shore and seabed: sand, stones. [edit]

Coordinates: -21.207926, -159.823687

See also: Rarotonga island

Hotels [edit]

Near Black Rock beach, there is a large choice of hotels with rooms' rates starting from US$90 per night. So this place is a great alternative to the more popular east coast of the island.

How to get there [edit]

Fly to Rarotonga international airport (RAR), and next get by bus or hire a taxi.

When to go [edit]

The best time for a beach holiday in Cook Islands is a dry season from June to October.

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