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A low-key Polynesian escape

Cook Islands

A friendly, low-key Polynesian escape in free association with New Zealand — the lagoon of Aitutaki and the green volcanic heart of Rarotonga.

— · — — °C Best: Apr–Nov (dry · cooler)
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Maina Island in the Aitutaki Lagoon
Maina Island in the Aitutaki Lagoon
The green volcanic interior of Rarotonga
The green volcanic interior of Rarotonga
The lagoon at Muri Beach
The lagoon at Muri Beach
Capital
Avarua
Language
Cook Islands Māori, English
Currency
NZD (NZ Dollar)
Power
240 V · plug type I
Best time
Apr–Nov (dry · cooler)
Now in Avarua
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What makes the Cook Islands, the Cook Islands

Lagoon Atolls
Palm Motu
Outrigger Vaka
Reef Fish
Tiare Flower
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Travel gear for Cook Islands

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Plan & book

Get to Cook Islands & get around

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Do & see

Things to do in Cook Islands

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Travel essentials

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Where to go

Notable places in the Cook Islands

Maina Island in the Aitutaki Lagoon
Maina Island in the Aitutaki Lagoon
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Aitutaki Lagoon

A vast, impossibly blue triangular lagoon dotted with palm islets — among the world’s most beautiful.

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The green volcanic interior of Rarotonga
The green volcanic interior of Rarotonga
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Rarotonga

A lush volcanic island ringed by a road, beaches, and a cross-island jungle trek.

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The lagoon at Muri Beach
The lagoon at Muri Beach
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Muri Beach

A turquoise lagoon for kayaking to little motu islands.

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The big picture

About the Cook Islands

A friendly, low-key Polynesian escape in free association with New Zealand — the lagoon of Aitutaki and the green volcanic heart of Rarotonga.

Source: Wikipedia · CC BY-SA 4.0

The motu of Koromiri off Muri Beach
Before you fly

Visa info

Cook Islands visa: No visa needed; most nationalities get a free 31-day stay on arrival. Confirm before travel.
Visa rules change frequently. Always confirm with the official authorities of the Cook Islands (or your travel provider) for your nationality before booking flights.
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