Cook Islands Travel is the one-stop resource for independent-minded travellers to this exotic south pacific destination. Our detailed tourist information with links to relevant Cook Islands accommodation and helpful maps and pictures is the perfect tool for planning your travels.

Our Cook Islands Accommodation Guide will advise you on everything from property styles and the price you can expect to pay, to a comprehensive directory of cook islands accommodation and an independent review of where to stay.




Be sure to visit our detailed Cook Islands Travel Guide to help you decide which islands to visit and for how long. For a fuller picture of each destination, please select from the following island regions:

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The Cook Islands is a collection of 15 island groups. The main centre is Rarotonga in the Southern Group with the international airport. Rarotonga is a volcanic island 43 sq. km in size with over 90% of the country's tourist accommodation and the majority of the population.

Aitutaki, a 45 minute flight to the north of Rarotonga, has a gorgeous lagoon surrounded by idyllic tiny coral atolls and picture postcard palm fringed beaches. There's plenty of accommodation on Aitutaki to choose from.

Atiu, a 45-minute flight east of Rarotonga is the up-and-coming destination. The appeal here is for discerning travellers to explore the cove beaches, caves and local culture. There are six accommodation options on Atiu from self contained bungalows to backpacker rooms.




Other islands in the Southern Group include Mangaia, the oldest of the Cook islands, Mauke and Mitiaro which are also uplifted limestone islands and the remote Palmerston Atoll which lies almost 310 miles to the north of Aitutaki.

The Northern Group is rarely visited by travellers and are almost 4 hours flight from Aitutaki. There are six groups of islands in all. Each one is a collection of tiny flat coral atolls, most under 20 feet high, forming a circle around a large central lagoon.

For discerning travellers, you will find our Ecotourism and Culture Guide full of interesting anecdotes on the unique culture and history of the country.

And for those looking for Adventure Activities, we provide useful information on scuba diving, surfing, kayaking, sailing, game fishing and hiking.