Rarotonga ra'ui network (Koutu Nui-managed reserves)

A network of up to 12 ra'ui has been declared around Rarotonga's lagoon and reef slope (initially five areas declared in 1998), ranging from about 300 to 800 m wide; some permanent (ra'ui mutukore), some seasonal/rotational. Areas are marked by blue 'ra'ui' signs on shore. All fishing, including spearfishing, is banned inside active ra'ui. Check current locations with the Tourism office or WWF in Rarotonga.