Aitutaki

On the sunset side of Aitutaki. A premier resort in the Cook Islands

Pacific Resort Aitutaki is a traditional Polynesian hideaway of beach front bungalows, suites, villas and a restaurant serving the very best Polynesian cuisine - seafood caught that day, fruit grown in the hotel's garden. The opportunities are literally marvellous; you can sunbathe, swim in crystal-clear, warm water and come face-to snorkel mask with the highly coloured denizens of the coral reef right on your doorstep. Pacific Resort Aitutaki is the ultimate in relaxing island seclusion.

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A visit to the Cook Island is not complete without seeing the beautiful island of Aitutaki. The breathtaking allure of its crystal clear turquoise waters and sparkling white beaches is an essential ingredient in any Cook Island holiday. This is a place of unsurpassed natural beauty and tranquility, providing a simple tonic to soothe away the pressures of the outside world.

Aitutaki is 220 kilometres north of Rarotonga and less than an hour's flight away. It is partly volcanic and partly of atoll origin. Its highest hill, Maungapu is said to be the top of Rarotonga's Raemaru Peak, brought back by victorious warriors. The spectacular lagoon (45 kilometres around) is abundant with coloured fish of many varieties, its perimeter sprinkled with many small and charming uninhabited islands (motus).

In years gone by, Aitutaki lagoon was the a re-fuelling stop for TEAL (now Air New Zealand) flying boats travelling the renowned 'Coral Route' through the South Pacific.

Visitors who stay should set their watches to "island time". In this laid-back atmosphere you will find a variety of accommodation facilities, an assortment of different shops scattered throughout the villages and a number of restaurants, bars and entertainment venues. As on Rarotonga, the popular mode of transport is the motor scooter.

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