Cook Island Stopovers and Holidays
Imagine 15 paradise islands scattered over two million sq km of South Pacific Ocean and hardly anyone on them!

The Cook Islands lie in the heart of Polynesia, about 1,600 miles northeast of New Zealand. Along the pristine shores are dotted hideaway hotels and resorts perfect for a relaxing retreat. We can arrange your visit to the Cook Islands as a stopover to or from New Zealand and Australia, as part of a multi-destination trip or even a stand alone holiday.
RAROTONGA
Comprising 67 sq km of pristine white sand beaches and a volcanic heart, Rarotonga is encircled by a stunning coral reef. Avarua is the main town on Rarotonga and has a friendly, bustling atmosphere. The 32 km ring road makes it easy to explore, either by scooter, bicycle, car or even by local bus and the island offers plenty of activities for visitors as well as providing the base for day excursions to outer islands.
These stopover packages include a meet and greet on arrival, 3 nights double room accommodation with breakfast and return airport-hotel transfers as standard features.
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Palm Grove (Standard) Lying on the south coast, Palm Grove offers 13 beautifully appointed garden bungalows set amongst tropical flowers and 12 beachfront bungalows. All bungalows feature full kitchen facilities and private patios. Price from £195 per person (twin share) |
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Crown Beach Resort (Luxury) Located on the sunset coast of Rarotonga, 22 secluded and spacious villas are decorated in Polynesian style with quality finish and amenities. The resort offers a choice of dining options as well as a beach-front bar. Price from £450 per person (twin share) |
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AITUTAKI
The beautiful island of Aitutaki is a gem even by Pacific island standards and is both unique and very distinctive from the air. Aitutaki’s mini archipelago and coral reef encircle an incredible, vast lagoon. The breathtaking turquoise waters and pristine white beaches make this a ‘must-see’ destination for any visitor to the Cook Islands.
These stopover packages include 3 nights double room accommodation with breakfast, a lagoon cruise and return airport-hotel transfers from Aitutaki Airport.
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Tamanu Beach (Superior) Located on the western side of Aitutaki, awe-inspiring sunset views can be enjoyed from the resort's private white sand beach. The resort features 22 bungalows, 2 swimming pools, a bar and restaurant. Price from £335 per person (twin share) |
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Pacific Resort Aitutaki (Luxury) This award-winning resort offers beautifully appointed bungalows, villas and suites each with a private veranda and set amidst 17 acres of tropical forest backing onto a white sand beach. Price from £635 per person (twin share) |
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Aitutaki Escape (Luxury) This magnificent property offers the ultimate in Cook Islands luxury accommodation, situated on a stunning white sandy beach on Amuri it overlooks one of the most famous and beautiful lagoons in the world. The Villas have private swimming pools, spa pools, beautifully decorated in luxurious decor, waterfalls both inside and outside the villas with water features, and host absolute privacy and seclusion. Price from £890 per person (twin share). |
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