House of travel Cook Islands Brochure 2017 | Page 23

Experience
Aitutaki
© David Kirkland
A itutaki and its lagoon captivate visitors from that first glimpse out the
aircraft window. Startlingly white swathes of sand contrast with the deep
azure of the encircling Pacific Ocean and the remarkable turquoise of its
lagoon studded with tiny islets.
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Maungapu
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Akitua
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Just a 45 minute flight from Rarotonga it’s possible to visit Aitutaki on a
day trip however we recommend you stay at least 2 nights to soak up the
beautiful surroundings and really get a feel for this little piece of paradise.
Hire a bike and explore the deserted beaches, tiny villages and white washed
churches!
Swim with schools of tropical fish in the lagoon, luxuriate in the sand under
a palm tree and eat freshly caught barbecued fish. If you are visiting over the
weekend we also highly recommend you pop into the markets on a Saturday
at Aratunga Wharf where you will see a hype of activity with locals and
tourists alike. Purchase that colourful sarong, indulge in the fresh produce
or pick up a souvenir to take back home.
Arutanga
AITUTAKI
Tapuaeta’i
(One Foot Island)
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