Papa Turtle: Popular Cook Islands tour owner Tuhe Piho accused of putting lives at risk

A Herald investigation has revealed serious allegations of unsafe practices against a Rarotongan turtle tour operator, with claims that the Cook Islands lacks effective regulations to hold such operators accountable. Emily Yu, a tourist, recounted a frightening experience where, after purchasing coconut water and a turtle tour package from Tuhe Piho, she was assured of her safety despite not being able to swim. During the tour in the dangerous Avaavaroa Passage, she found herself drifting towards rough waters and had to be rescued by another operator, fearing for her life.

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