Aitutaki Island is one of the most comfortable and interesting among the Cook Islands from a tourist point of view; it’s is second only to the island of Rarotonga. This picturesque volcanic island has long been chosen by fans of diving, as there are lovely reefs in the immediate vicinity. The island is rich in natural attractions; the main among them is its lagoon. It’s noteworthy that the lagoon is shallow; its maximum depth doesn’t exceed 3 meters, so that’s an ideal place for snorkeling. Divers would have an opportunity to explore the beauty of the barrier reef that surrounds a lagoon.
Aitutaki is a comparatively small island. Here you can find a great variety of souvenirs made by local craftsmen as well as basic necessities. However, if you’re aimed at the huge … Open
Aitutaki Island is a perfect destination for those families in which kids are obsessed with journeys and always ready to discover something new every day. There are no children … Open
Fans of natural attractions would enjoy a vast selection of interesting places to explore. It’s certainly worth to visit Motu Maina. This amazing miniature archipelago of coral islands is home to rare species of birds. Bird watching is one of the favorite pastimes of tourists. Aitutaki Island is famous for its enchanting events, so many travelers are trying to visit it during festivals. The most striking is Island Nights dedicated to the music and dance traditions of the islanders. Guests of Aitutaki would enjoy beach vacations, get acquainted with natural features of the archipelago and cultural traditions of its indigenous inhabitants.
Aitutaki Island had been in almost complete isolation for many centuries, so even now you can find here dishes with thousand-years-old recipes. The major change which has happened in the … Open
Fans of beach recreation should keep in mind that there are not that many comfortable sandy beaches on the island. Coral chips cover a significant part of the coast, and some areas even have coral rocks. It is not comfortable to relax and sunbathe on such beaches without beach gear. The main island is surrounded by numerous tiny uninhabited islands, and vacationers can visit them during boat excursions. During these exciting tours, tourists can see rare animals and various marine creatures.
Even though the local population is called the Māori, they actually have not much in common with New Zealand people. About 90% of the islanders are descendants of diverse Polynesian … Open