Interactive maps of hiking and biking routes around Aitutaki Island
1. You can zoom in/out using your mouse wheel, as well as move the map of Aitutaki Island with your mouse.2. This interactive map presents two modes: 'Biking Routes' and 'Hiking Routes'. Use the '+' button on the map to switch between them.
Railway and landscape maps of Aitutaki Island area
This Aitutaki Island map has two modes: 'Railway Network' and 'Landscape & Rural Map'. Use the '+' button on the map to navigate.City tours, excursions and tickets in Aitutaki Island and surroundings
Photogallery of Aitutaki Island sights
Our guide to Aitutaki Island
Aitutaki Island for children - what to visit
Aitutaki Island is a perfect destination for those families in which kids are obsessed with journeys and always ready to discover something new every day. There are no children infrastructure like theme parks or aquaparks outside local hotels, perhaps just some playgrounds in the capital city. If you plan to also have some time for yourself only, look for those hotels which provide children’s rooms and … Open
Shopping, streets and outlets
Locals are not used to bargain. An argument concerning price is not a part of a purchasing process here on the island. A seller is meant to sell a product for the price they originally put. There is a possibility that somebody would agree to low a price but it still might happen only in touristic places. Funnily enough, one of the most popular purchases among tourists who come to the island is a typical … Open
Travel guide to Aitutaki Island
Aitutaki is particularly popular with romantic couples and newlyweds, who often choose the island to spend holidays together. Local hotels offer numerous services and relaxation programs for couples, including wedding ceremonies right on the coast. Each hotel has luxurious rooms for couples. Lovebirds will be also pleased to find quality spa salons and restaurants. Every year, the range of services and … Open
Traditions and mentality of Aitutaki Island
Nobody is in a hurry on Aitutaki Island. Locals strongly believe that all in good time and just can’t understand the European pace of life. Traditional dance is even now an extremely important part of local culture for natives. It’s a significant component of all local events: childbirth, wedding, funeral, and even purchase of an especially expensive property. Many locals also love singing and … Open
Cuisine and top restaurants
Seafood is the base of the cuisine due to the location, so it’s not a surprise. If you’re looking for something specific, try matu rori. Even though no eggs are used in this dish, it kind of reminds an omelette. The main ingredients are sea cucumber meat, lemon and banana. White crab meat which is usually smashed into puree together with coconut is also rather original. People here eat it raw or fry in … Open
Attractions and active leisure
Active tourists would especially like Aitutaki Island. There is a great number of opportunities for your fascinating pastime so you definitely won’t be bored here. As an example, you can book a short excursion to Takutea which is not far from Aitutaki and designed as a wildlife sanctuary. But remember that one is only able to get there in fine weather. The island has always been uninhabited so you can now see … Open