How deep is Aitutaki Lagoon?

Saw some mostly dead coral, some reef fish and a giant green lipped clam at this site. Snorkeled in water aqua blue clear and worthy of the Bora Bora Lagoon. Visibility was excellent, current wasn’t that strong here, depth was maybe 8 to 10 feet.

Is Rarotonga or Aitutaki better?

Rarotonga has nice beaches, but they’re nothing on Aitutaki. Whilst most are white sand, most are a little pebbly and you need to wear flip flops / sea shoes as there are lots of rocks and coral around. Lovely, but not paradisiacal. Aitutaki on the other hand, is immense.

Are there dogs on Aitutaki?

Pets in Aitutaki Aitutaki has banned dogs for many years and there haven’t been any dogs on the island since the early 1900s. However, there are plenty of domesticated outdoor cats that roam the neighborhoods. Amazingly, the majority of Aitutaki cats have distinctive striped fur markings that I’ve never seen before.

How big is Aitutaki?

18,3 km²
Aitutaki/Luas

Are there sharks in Aitutaki lagoon?

Surrounding the main island of Aitutaki is a coral fringed lagoon dotted with palm drenched islands begging for you to pretend you’re castaways. The lagoon is completely free of predators, you won’t find any sharks swimming around so it’s totally safe to float, splash and dive like a mermaid.

How expensive is Rarotonga?

Currently, five nights in three to four-star accommodation on Rarotonga is starting at $315 per person.” If luxury digs are more your style, you’ll be looking at $600 to $1000 a night.

How much spending money do I need for Rarotonga?

Rarotonga is quite often cheaper than Aitutaki so if you’re on a budget, it’s safe to stay in this island. Depending on your spending habits and lifestyle, a safe manageable pocket money would be $100 – $150 NZ dollars per day.

Are there snakes in Cook Islands?

There are no snakes or spiders on the islands The Cook Islands are home to a variety of marine life, tropical flowers and plants. However, there’s not a snake or poisonous spider in sight.

What animals live in the Cook Islands?

Cook Islands Wildlife – 5 Wonderful Creatures To Encounter On Your Next Holiday!

• Black Lip Pearl Oyster.
• Coconut Crabs.
• Hawksbill Turtles.
• Moko (Gecko/ Lizard)
• Humpback Whales.
• Some Fantastic Wildlife In Rarotonga To Discover!

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.

What language is Aitutaki?

eastern Polynesian language
Aitutaki is an eastern Polynesian language that is closely related to the languages of the other islands of the southern Cook Islands.

Are there sharks in the Cook Islands?

There are 18 different species of shark found in Cook Island waters. The more common sharks include the white-tip reef shark, the black-tip reef shark and the grey reef shark. Other sightings include hammerhead sharks, oceanic white-tip sharks, tiger sharks and whale sharks.