How do you get to Aitutaki from Rarotonga?

How do you get to Aitutaki from Rarotonga?

GETTING THERE:

1. One of the only ways to get to Aitutaki is through Rarotonga, the main island in The Cook Islands.
2. Air Rarotongais the local airline, and has flights to Aitutaki and 8 other Cook Islands daily.

Is Aitutaki worth visiting?

Yes, it really is that beautiful and yes, it really is worth the extra effort. The most common way to reach Aitutaki is by air and the only airline to fly the route is Air Rarotonga. The good news is that flights only takes 50 minutes and depart multiple times a day. Aitutaki can easily be visited as a day trip.

How long does it take to fly from Rarotonga to Manihiki?

Average direct flight time is 2 hours 14 minutes. The fastest direct flight from Rarotonga to Manihiki is 2 hours 14 minutes.

Can you fly direct to Cook Islands?

There are currently four airlines flying to the Cook Islands – Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Air Tahiti. There are direct flights to Rarotonga from Auckland, Sydney, Los Angeles and Tahiti.

How do I get from Rarotonga to Aitutaki by boat?

There’s only one way to get from Rarotonga to Aitutaki and that’s to fly with Air Rarotonga. Unfortunately, their prices are ridiculous and there are currently no ferries.

Where is Aitutaki located?

the southern Cook Islands
Aitutaki Atoll, one of the southern Cook Islands, a self-governing state in free association with New Zealand in the South Pacific Ocean. Aitutaki Atoll is volcanic in origin and rises to about 450 feet (140 metres). Its 12 offshore islets, however, are low coral formations. The main settlement is Arutanga.

Which is better Rarotonga and Aitutaki?

For absolute quiet, Aitutaki is the best choice. It also tends to have warmer and sunnier weather. For a wider range of things to do, places to shop (there is almost none of this on Aitutaki) and places to eat, Rarotonga is the most sensible place to go.

How many days do you need in Aitutaki?

Most people do it as a day trip, but we strongly recommend at least two or three nights to get the real Aitutaki experience. You’ll find award-winning beaches like the jaw-dropping One Foot Beach, as well as heaps of water sports, perfect places to relax and fascinating cultural performances.

Where is Manihiki located?

the Cook Islands
Manihiki is an atoll in the northern group of the Cook Islands known informally as the “Island of Pearls”. It is located in the Northern Cook Island chain, approximately 1,299 kilometres (807 mi) north of the capital island of Rarotonga, making it one of the most remote inhabitations in the Pacific Ocean.

Does Air New Zealand fly to the Cook Islands?

Getting to the Cook Islands There are daily flights from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide to Rarotonga via Auckland. Air New Zealand also has code share and air share agreements with Air Rarotonga for those flying on from Rarotonga to the outer islands of the Cook Islands.

Can you fly from Fiji to Cook Islands?

The cheapest way to get from Fiji to Cook Islands is to fly which costs $550 – $1,400 and takes 14h 25m. What is the fastest way to get from Fiji to Cook Islands? The quickest way to get from Fiji to Cook Islands is to fly which costs $550 – $1,400 and takes 14h 25m.

Can you do a day trip from Rarotonga to Aitutaki?

The Aitutaki Day Tour operates Mondays to Saturdays from Rarotonga, departing at 8 am and returning by 5.30 pm. Coach transfer from all hotels and resorts to Rarotonga International Airport are available for an 8 am departure to Aitutaki. On arrival at Aitutaki you will be taken on a one hour island tour by ‘le truck’.