Introducing Aitutaki
Aitutaki is most famous for its magnificent coral lagoon, a highlight of any visit to the Cook Islands, and undoubtedly one of the most memorable sights in the South Pacific. Flying over the island from Rarotonga is an unforgettable experience; the vast lagoon spreads out below in a shining disc of jade-greens, turquoises and indigo blues, studded with 15 tiny islets and bright banks of orange coral just beneath the ocean's surface. It's easy to see why Aitutaki is the second-most visited island in the Cooks, and unsurprisingly for most people the lagoon is the major draw. Snorkelling trips and boat cruises to the deserted motu (islet) are both popular activities, and there are plenty of soft, sandy beaches to seek out - but the island's rural back-roads are also well worth exploring, with many intriguing marae (sacred meeting ground) and some beautiful coral-walled churches to discover.
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Last updated: Mar 2, 2009
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Re: Aitutaki - Best cheap accomodation
by tishobj 13 September 2011
I stayed with a local family back in 2008, when I visited Aitutaki. They had a mango plantation and a big house with a few free rooms.…
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RE: Cooks or Fiji Honeymoon?
by H2ooh 08 September 2011
I like the Cooks. For honeymooners two spots come to mind. Aitutaki has a wide range of accommodation, some nice places to eat and a…
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Our Top Picks For Aitutaki
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1 One Foot Island
Cruising the lagoon before stopping off at famous One Foot Island for a barbecue lunch
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2 Motu
Hiring a kayak to explore some of the 15 deserted motu
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3 Snorkelling spots
Exploring some of the island's beautiful snorkelling spots
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4 Maungapu
Hiking up to the top of Maungapu for panoramic views of the whole island
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5 Island night
Getting down with the locals at a local bar or an island night
