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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.
- What country owns the Cook Islands?
- Is Aitutaki worth visiting?
- What is the difference between Rarotonga and Aitutaki?
- Do I need a car on Aitutaki?
- Can you get a boat from Rarotonga to Aitutaki?
- Is Aitutaki an outer island?
- Are Cook Islanders New Zealand citizens?
- Can US citizens live in the Cook Islands?
- What is the main religion in the Cook Islands?
- How long does it take to go around Aitutaki?
- How long does it take to cycle around Aitutaki?
- Where do you fly to go to Cook Islands?
What country owns the Cook Islands?
Cook Islands is part of the Realm of New Zealand and the Head of State is the Queen of New Zealand. That means that while it administers its own affairs, Cook Islanders are New Zealand citizens who are free to live and work here. More than 60,000 Cook Island Māori live in New Zealand.
Is Aitutaki worth visiting?
Is it worth the hefty price tag? Absolutely, plus you've already flown all this way, you might as well go the extra few miles. Aitutaki can easily be visited as a day trip. The day trip comes as a package and would include your hotel transfer, return flight, boat trip around the lagoon and lunch on board.
What is the difference between Rarotonga and Aitutaki?
Rarotonga has alot to see and do, more people, is less expensive, has some night life, lovely beaches and friendly people. Aitutaki is all about the lagoon. It is a quiet place with limited accomodations and a lagoon that is absolutely incredible.
Do I need a car on Aitutaki?
You shouldn't have to rent a car for 4 days if you don't want to although it will be handy to have to get around the island. The taxi company doesn't have a web site and I will have to do some checking to find their phone number.
Can you get a boat from Rarotonga to Aitutaki?
There is no ferry between Rarotonga and Aitutaki, so this won't be an option during your visit.
Is Aitutaki an outer island?
Like many of the outer islands of the Cooks group, Aitutaki is a horizontal world. But here almost everything consists of water. Wherever you stand you have a view of the sea and sky.
Are Cook Islanders New Zealand citizens?
About Cook Islands
It is self-governing in 'free association' with New Zealand. That means that while it administers its own affairs, Cook Islanders are New Zealand citizens who are free to live and work here. More than 80,000 Cook Island Māori live in New Zealand.
Can US citizens live in the Cook Islands?
To live and work in the Cook Islands you will require an entry permit with permission to work. To satisfy criteria to obtain a work permit you must be sponsored by a person or organisation in the Cook Islands agreeing to your employment.
What is the main religion in the Cook Islands?
Religion. Christian denominations account for nearly all religious affiliation. Just over half of the population belongs to the Cook Islands Christian (Congregational) Church. Roman Catholicism, Anglicanism, Seventh-day Adventism, and Bahāʾī have smaller numbers of adherents.
How long does it take to go around Aitutaki?
That said, 3-4 days in Aitutaki should be enough and if you're seriously pressed for time – you can also visit Aitutaki on a day trip tour from Rarotonga.
How long does it take to cycle around Aitutaki?
Biking is possable to town and to Samades (make sure to go here for lunch), but it will take you about 15-30 minutes each way depending on how fast you go.
Where do you fly to go to Cook Islands?
Domestic Flights
To travel to the other islands of the Cooks, travelers fly to Rarotonga and connect with flights on our domestic airline, Air Rarotonga.
