Aitutaki, Cook Islands
No holiday to the Cook Islands would be complete without visiting the azure lagoon and white sand shores of Aitutaki. Due to flight schedules in and out of the UK and LA, itineraries to the Cooks tend to be 12 nights long, 7 of which we recommend you staying on Rarotonga and 5 on Aitutaki. The reason to do it this way round is that Rarotonga is all about the local… the seeing, the doing and the experiencing of colourful Cooks culture and it’s great to have a full week to explore and relax on Raro. Aitutaki on the other hand is ALL about the chill… the sandy islets, the lagoon, the pampering, the lazy sun soaked days, the ultimate island escape for 5 uninterrupted, heavenly days!.
Although there is more than enough to do and see on Aitutaki, after a busy week on Rarotonga, this is the place to totally rest, relax and unwind. Whilst the accommodation on Rarotonga tends to be self-catered or breakfast only, on Aitutaki we recommend checking into a luxury resort - we love Pacific Resort Aitutaki - for an indulgent, full service hotel experience. The combination of self-catering on Raro followed by hotel accommodation on Aitutaki complement each other perfectly, and it’s another reason why a holiday to the Cook Islands is so unique.
Suggested Itineraries for Aitutaki
These example journeys will give you a starting point from which to plan your holiday to Aitutaki. This collection of ideas includes our favourite combinations of hotels, regions and destinations. Every Turquoise itinerary is unique, so please treat these as inspiration and get in touch with our destination experts to create your bespoke journey and quote.
Cook Islands & Tahiti - An Idyllic Duo
11 nights from £8,450 per person
Combine two South Pacific paradise destinations in one memorable holiday! Luxury and heavenly relaxation await when you…
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Cook Islands and Los Angeles
12 nights from £5,295 per person
Enjoy the laid-back Cook Islands followed by city chic in Los Angeles.
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Barefoot Luxury in the Cook Islands
12 nights from £7,995 per person
Head to Rarotonga, then hop over to stunning Aitutaki on our journey to the Cook Islands.
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Aranui - Marquesas Islands
12 nights from £8,095 per person
A cruise unlike any other, the Aranui is a cargo vessel, which carries supplies – and a limited number of passengers –…
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Aranoa - Austral Islands & Beyond
12 nights from £8,995 per person
Launching in March 2027, the Aranoa Cruise explores the remote and rarely visited Austral Islands located almost 400…
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Island Hopping in Tahiti
10 nights from £7,995 per person
Tahiti is made for island hopping! We recommend visiting at least two islands, but three is even better! Let us show…
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California Cool Meets Tahitian Bliss
13 nights from £9,450 per person
One of the coolest and most romantic holidays or honeymoons possible has to be a fun road trip through the scenic…
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Bora Bora & Private Yacht Charter Escape
10 nights from £8,495 per person
Enjoy 10 nights exploring the beautiful Islands of Tahiti, including a luxurious private yacht charter with your very…
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Perfect Pair - Tahiti and New Zealand
12 nights from £8,955 per person
Combine the buzz of the ski season in New Zealand's adventure capital, Queenstown, with overwater elegance in French…
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Aitutaki enjoys a warm tropical climate year-round, with a drier, cooler season from May to October and a hotter, more humid season from November to April. May to October brings less rainfall and comfortable conditions for lagoon cruises, snorkelling and exploring the tiny motu dotted around its turquoise waters. Seasonal trade winds also make this a popular time for kitesurfing across the lagoon’s sandy shallows. November to April brings warmer waters and tropical downpours, with sunshine between showers. For the best balance of warmth, lower humidity and time on the lagoon, May, September and October are our favourite months to travel.
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Aitutaki highlights
Aitutaki Lagoon Cruise
Every visitor to Aitutaki - whether on a day trip from Rarotonga or spending a few days in this quitessential paradise atoll - is drawn to the lagoon. The colours are even more intoxicating in real life than they are in the pictures, and you'll want to delve beneath the surface and wallow in the glorious blue hues.
A lagoon cruise is an essential element of a holiday in Aitutaki, with half-day or full-day options. There's a selection of cruises to choose from, ranging from a tradtional wooden Polynesian vaka to more modern boats, with the choice of a shared cruise or a private cruise with your own skipper. Make sure you take your passport and get a footprint stamp at one of the world's smallest post offices on One Foot Island!
Where to stay in Aitutaki
Aitutaki’s appeal lies in its extraordinary lagoon, with intimate beachfront retreats making the most of the views. Spacious bungalows and villas sit among tropical gardens, opening onto private terraces just steps from the sand, an idyllic setting for couples and honeymooners.
Pacific Resort Aitutaki
As your flight swoops down over an impossibly turquoise ocean, prepare to witness one of the world’s most beautiful lagoons. Sun-bleached sands and swaying palms epitomise Aitutaki lagoon’s 15 islets encircled by a protective outer reef. This is the South Pacific’s best kept secret.
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Travel inspiration for Aitutaki
Cook Islands named Best in Travel by Lonely Planet
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Cook Islands - Know Before You Go
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James Bell
19 Nov 20102 mins read
The sunsets were stunning, great cocktails and really decent food at Rarotonga
Firstly, we had a truly amazing time! Everything went extremely smoothly and we received first class service from the moment we landed in Rarotonga to leaving Atutaki. Thank you.
Lizzie Heeley
21 Jul 20102 mins read
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