Select from three beautiful Elope to Paradise Wedding Options. Whether you want a simple barefoot ceremony on the sand, or a full blown traditional Cook Islands wedding, we can accommodate all of your wedding needs. All of our packages can be customized with full professional photography and videography. Are you bringing guests to your tropical wedding? Contact us for details on how we can cater to your wedding party.
Elope to Paradise
The ultimate in romance.
In the heart of the South Seas, you will discover one of the most enchanted islands on earth - Rarotonga. Imagine standing here together on a white sandy beach, bathed in the golden glow of the setting sun. All about you are the tropical sounds of paradise, an island serenade, the lush perfume of tropical flowers, and the soft popping of champagne bubbles. Along the luminous waters of Aroa Lagoon, the Lagoon of Love, you will declare you love, and embark on a lifelong adventure, your ultimate journey. Any your journey begins at The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Spa.
TAPUTOU - The Promise
A simple, no-fuss ceremony with just the sand between your toes.
The package includes:
- Services of your Personal Wedding Planner
- Full Legal Registration and Marriage License
- Return transfers to the Registrar of Marriages
- Tropical flower Head Ei (crown) for the bride
- Tropical flower Neck Ei garland for the groom
- Celebrant or Minister
- Witnesses
- CD Music for the Ceremony
- Ceremonial Planting of the Uto (baby coconut palm)
- Island Gift from The Rarotongan
MATAORA - Island Charm
A delightful way to say 'I Do' beside the Lagoon of Love.
Package features:
- Services of your Personal Wedding Planner
- Full Legal Registration and Marriage License
- Return transfers to the Registrar of Marriages
- Tropical flower Head Ei (crown) for the bride
- Tropical floral bouquet for the bride
- Tropical flower Neck Ei garland for the groom
- Fresh Floral Archway
- Flame Torches
- Island String Band
- Celebrant or Minister
- Witnesses
- CD Music for the Ceremony
- Ceremonial Planting of the Uto (baby coconut palm)
- Platter of Canapés and Tropical Fruits
- Bottle of Methode Champenoise
- Wedding Cake
- Island Gift from The Rarotongan
PARATAITO - Wedding made in Heaven
An exciting ceremony filled with all the things that are uniquely Rarotongan - warriors, dancing, drumming, and spectacle. Leading up to the Ceremony, the couple are treated to an Aromatherapy Full-Body Massage at SpaPolynesia. On the bid day, the Bride makes a dramatic entrance to the ceremony, borne aloft by warriors in a decorated vaka (outrigger canoe) to her Groom.
Also included are:
- Services of your Personal Wedding Planner
- Full Legal Registration and Marriage License
- Return transfers to the Registrar of Marriages
- Tropical flower Head Ei (crown) for the bride
- Deluxe tropical floral bouquet for the bride
- Tropical flower Neck Ei garland for the groom
- Fresh Floral Archway
- Flame Torches
- Traditional Island Drummers and Dancers
- Island String Band
- Celebrant or Minister
- Witnesses
- CD Music for the Ceremony
- Your choice of either:
- Photographer (80 photos in a beautifully bound album, plus negatives), or
- Videographer (edited video)
- Ceremonial Planting of the Uto (baby coconut palm)
- Platter of Canapés and Tropical Fruits
- Bottle of Methode Champenoise
- Two-Tier Wedding Cake
- Three-course candlelit dinner for two under the stars
- Island Gift from The Rarotongan
PERSONAL OPTIONS
At The Rarotongan we understand that your wedding is a truly personal expression of your unique relationship, which is why your Personal Wedding Planner at the Resort will be delighted to work with you to arrange a ceremony tailored to your dreams.
Using the Taputou Wedding Ceremony as your foundation you can add to it from a wide selection of additional features to create your dream wedding. Whether yours be a dream of dancing island maidens and warriors, of a traditional church ceremony with choir and a Rolls Royce, of a mountaintop wedding with sweeping vistas, or a fun beach party with a beach bonfire for all your family and friends to gather round - we are here to help make your vision a wonderful reality.
