Overview
Aitutaki is a breathtakingly beautiful island in the Southern Cook Islands, known for its turquoise lagoon, coral reefs, and small palm-fringed motus. Just a 50-minute flight from Rarotonga, it offers well-developed yet low-key tourism facilities, making it a perfect escape for nature lovers and beach seekers.
Beach · Day Trips · Diving · Island · Nature
Before you go
Connectivity
Bluesky and Zenbu hotspots. Internet cafes: Spider Co. Internet Lounge, Boat Shed, Koru Cafe.
Food
Local specialties: ike mata (raw tuna with coconut milk) and Poke (banana pudding). Beware of ciguatera from snapper.
Health
Two doctors at Aitutaki Hospital. Mosquitoes (no malaria). Stonefish in lagoon – wear reef shoes.
Money
ATMs at Bank of South Pacific (town), airport, and Mango's store. Petrol stations available; only one near airport open Sundays. No pharmacy, but over-the-counter meds at Maina store.
Water
Tap water filtered but not UV treated; bottled water recommended. Free filtered water at the market and opposite the Amuri sports field.