Aitutaki
A little slice of heaven
Kia Orana!
Aitutaki is 220 kilometers north and an easy 45 minute
flight from Rarotonga, the capital of the Cook Islands.
Considered one of the most magnificent lagoons in the
world with small uninhabited islands on its surrounding
reef, it is unquestionably
the most picturesque of
the Cooks southern group
islands.
Many visitors to the Cook
Islands take the opportunity
to discover Aitutaki’s beauty
by taking a day trip from
Rarotonga, which usually
includes a cruise on the
lagoon. However, the luxury
of a little extra time fully
reveals the stunning palette of
a tropical retreat unsurpassed
anywhere in the world; and a
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welcoming and friendly local populace who live life at an easy,
relaxed pace. So, if you’re considering a visit - stay over a night
or two, or preferably longer; you will not be disappointed.
And certainly, a visit to the Cook Islands is not complete without
visiting Aitutaki. It is a place of unsurpassed natural beauty and
simple tranquility, providing
a rejuvenating tonic to
sooth away the pressures
of the outside world. The
breathtaking allure of its
crystal clear turquoise waters
and sparkling white beaches
confirms that it is “one of the
places to visit while you are
still on this earth”.
From the air this island
paradise has to be one of
the most beautiful sights in
the South Pacific. Aitutaki
is made up of a triangular-
shaped reef encompassing