Te Rua Manga (The Needle), Rarotonga

Te Rua Manga (The Needle) Reviews

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• By ccalta

  Great hike to what is probably the best known landmark on the island. The hike starts south of the harbour in town. There are signs marking the beginning of the Cross Island Hike which goes past the.....  more »

• By michaelcY2421OX

  Wow! A challenging but rewarding climb. Due to works on the south side we climbed the north half and went back down the same way. I wouldn't recommend going if it has been raining lots but a little...  more »

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• By The Skies the limit dronestar

  It's a great walk up to the Needle, the views at the top are amazing. You will need to have a good level of fitness, wear good shoes, take plenty of water. Best to start from the township side of the track and you can either complete the whole walk and end up coming out by the abandoned Sheraton hotel, or just visit the top then come down the same way. Best to walk this track when its dry, very challenging and slippery if it's been raining. They have a tour guide that takes daily tours up the needle and he is very knowledgeable.

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• By Pete Chapman

  Went when there was a little bit of rain around. Very, very steep in sections. Wear good footwear. Amazing view at the top. Didn't climb up the rock due to the extreme wind

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