Push bikes are also an excellent form of transport as the main road on Rarotonga Island is basically flat and makes for easy cyclying. It takes approximately 3 hours at an easy pace to cycle round the island. Push bikes are available for hire at all major hotels and motels around the island. It does not matter in which direction you catch the bus for you will end up at your destination. The bus travels clockwise on the hour and anti clockwise on the half-hour.
Taxi service is available upon advance booking.
There are no meters and rates vary substantially from one taxi to the next. Always obtain the fare before entering the taxi to avoid any problems. Taxis are sometimes difficult to obtain in the evening hours so it is wise to book ahead by telephone. Rental cars, vans and jeeps are available for rental. Both Budet and Avis car rental services are represented on Rarotonga Island.