Aitutaki - Aitutaki hotels - aitutaki lagoon - aitutaki travel

Why Aitutaki?       Welcome to Rino's Aitutaki Hotels           Getting here.

   Rino's Aitutaki hotelsoffers Eleven beachfront and garden apartments on the Aitutaki lagoon. All units have cooking facilities, fans, refrigerators and views to the Aitutaki lagoon. The two beachfront deluxe units have large decks over looking the Aitutaki lagoon, sit beneath the swaying palms and let the time slip away island style. Each unit has it own shower and toilet facilities. There are also two Aitutaki lagoon view units, these also have very large decks and a outdoor bed for napping to the sounds of the reef and lagoon.

   Rino's now offers an absolute beachfront honeymoon unit, fully self contained with a large deck over looking the Aitutaki lagoon.

   If your bringing the family, Rino's has four garden units that allow kids, (only units that allow kids) these units are only a short distance (30 meters) to the beach and provide all the same amenities as the other units.

   Rino's is located on the main road on the West side of Aitutaki and is a short distance to all the local shops and services. Rino's is also the largest provider of cars, jeeps, scooters, and bike hire on the island of Aitutaki. Our staff will meet you at the airport with the vehicle of your choice. Rino's provides free of charge, snorkeling equipment and airport transfers.

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Aitutaki Cook Islands, choosen as 1 of the top 12 adventure islands of the world by National Geographic! Read Article.

    Aitutaki Cook Islands is a rare gem in the South Pacific: an unspoiled landscape of lush vegetation, swaying palms, friendly faces, all ringed by one of the world’s most beautiful blue lagoons. A South Pacific vacation to Aitutaki Cook Islands is the stuff dreams are made of. Aitutaki lagoon is a postcard brought to life and a must for anyone planning Aitutaki travel! A short hop from Rarotonga, Cook Islands, you will find yourself surrounded by the friendly faces of the people of Aitutaki lagoon. Prepare to slow down, relax and enjoy Aitutaki travel on “island time”.

When planning your Aitutaki lagoon vacation, you may wonder how long to stay on Aitutaki versus Rarotonga. Commonly, travelers are told to plan the bulk of their travel on Rarotonga with only a few days, or less, on Aitutaki, as a side trip, this is bad information, and the majority of guests who arrive on Aitutaki for a short stay are disappointed they didn’t plan to stay here longer. While both of these Cook Islands offer something special for your South Pacific vacation, the relaxing pace of life, the almost unbelievable beauty of the Aitutaki lagoon, and the long stretches of postcard-perfect Aitutaki beachs, are what make Aitutaki travel a paradise and leave visitors wishing they could stay forever.

    While most people think Aitutaki travel is all about relaxing, Rino's Aitutaki accommodation provide plenty of activities to keep you busy. The Aitutaki lagoon is the highlight of any Aitutaki travel. Water activities such as swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, deep sea fishing, and Aitutaki lagoon tours comprise most of the Aitutaki “To Do” list. When you imagine a South Pacific vacation, chances are it involves crystal clear water and brightly coloured fish; look no further than the Aitutaki lagoon! You can easily snorkel the magnificent, turquoise water just off the beach but you won’t want to miss taking an Aitutaki lagoon tour and a chance to swim, snorkel, and explore one of the many motus (small islands) of Aitutaki. If your Aitutaki travel dreams include a chance to catch the big one, Aitutaki has several deep sea fishing charters. Aitutaki Cook Islands is also fast becoming known as a world class spear fishing destination in the South Pacific. And for those who want to see Aitutaki Cook Islands on a “deeper” level, then there are scuba diving tours that can take you outside the Aitutaki lagoon for a chance to see below the surface of Aitutaki.
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Back on land, the Aitutaki Lagoon has lots of opportunity for fun and adventure. Island Nights on Aitutaki are a must for any Aitutaki travel. From the hypnotic hips of Aitutaki’s beautiful women, to the raw power of the men, the succulent local buffet, to the soul-stirring drumming and singing, Aitutaki Island Nights are what travel to the Aitutaki lagoon is all about.

Aitutaki Cook Islands also has land tours to show you more of our verdant island and teach you a little about this unique Aitutaki Cook Islands culture. While visiting the Aitutaki lagoon you can climb to the highest point on Aitutaki, tour working Aitutaki plantations, see ancient mares, and learn about Aitutaki history and culture. Aitutaki Cook Islands, is also easy to get around on your own and Rino's offers the largest selection of bikes, scooters and cars on the island to make your Cook Islands travel a little easier!

Dining on Aitutaki offers you enough variety to keep your vacation interesting. You can grab a burger or fish and chips at one of the take-away spots on Aitutaki’s main street, or savor a gourmet meal in a garden setting or over looking the gorgeous Aitutaki lagoon. If you choose to cook for your selves Rino's offers kitchen facilities so you can dine in. Aitutaki has several food stores, most within walking distance of your Rino's Aitutaki acommodation. Aitutaki is laid back and relaxed but there are still spots to enjoy a little South Pacific nightlife.

And when it’s time to shop for a souvenir or a gift to take home from your Aitutaki travel, then you can find shops in Aitutaki with hand painted pareaus and tropical shirts to remind you of your Aitutaki lagoon vacation. You may even come across a coconut bra or a ukulele while shopping in Aitutaki Cook Islands, so you can show the folks back home what an Island Night is like!

You won’t find a more picturesque spot for a wedding or a honeymoon than Aitutaki Cook Islands. Imagine saying “I do” with your feet in the white sand and the bluest shades of water in the South Pacific in the background. Romance lives on Aitutaki Cook Islands; you will never have to walk far to find a quiet beach, or gently swaying palms. Rino's Hotel is ready to help organize your special day, or prepare all those special touches for a dream honeymoon. Once you’ve been here, you may even find yourself planning a South Pacific vacation to renew your vows and experience the magic of an Aitutaki lagoon wedding all over again.

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World Airport codes      Aitutaki Airport code (AIT)   Rarotonga (RAR)

    Rarotonga Island is the only international center for arrivals into the Cook Islands. There are weekly flights from Los Angeles, and many weekly flights from Austrailia and New Zealand. Once on Rarotonga the flight to Aitutaki is only 40 minutes North by Air Rarotonga. Air Rarotonga is the only Airlines to service the Cook Islands locally.

Air New Zealand        For reconfirmation of flights, phone 682 26 300.
Pacific Blue              For reconfirmation of flights, phone 682 24 040.
Air Rarotonga           Rarotonga arrv & dept, local, 22889 Int (682) 22889
                              Aitutaki      arrv & dept, local   31888 Int (682) 31888