About Cook Islands

The gentle sea with the purest water and the magnificent sandy beaches of Cook Islands attract more and more tourists yearly. The crystal turquoise color of the seawater sets the level of your vacation somewhere between stunning and perfect. So if you are looking for the perfect sea, this is your place!

Popular destinations

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Arorangi

11 beaches

Natural shadow • Diving • Sea kayaking
Avarua

11 beaches

Natural shadow • Diving • Sea kayaking
Nikao

11 beaches

Natural shadow • Diving • Sea kayaking
Rarotonga island

11 beaches

Natural shadow • Diving • Sea kayaking
Titikaveka

11 beaches

Natural shadow • Diving • Sea kayaking
Muri

9 beaches

Natural shadow • Diving • Sea kayaking
Aitutaki island

5 beaches

Picturesque • Exceptional beauty • Natural shadow
Tautu

5 beaches

Picturesque • Exceptional beauty • Natural shadow
Vaipeka

5 beaches

Picturesque • Exceptional beauty • Natural shadow
Areoa

1 beach

Cliffs • Secluded relax • Wild beach
Atiu island

1 beach

Cliffs • Secluded relax • Wild beach
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Beaches of Cook Islands

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General information

The coastline of Cook Islands is primarily straight and have their charm, giving a feeling of absolute freedom. Many of them have a natural shade that saves in the midday heat.

Most beaches of Cook Islands are located within the boundaries of settlements, so natural landscapes are not so frequent here. Lovers of beauty are better off focusing on studying the local traditional architecture and interesting features of life. But wherever you are, if you can get up early and see the morning sea, then a portion of beauty is always guaranteed to you.

For explorers
One Foot Island 

Tautu 7.6 km

Very good

8.9
Exceptional beauty • Picturesque • Amenities beach • Access by boat • Crowded in season • No parking
1.7 Amenities index
Senior friendly
Tokerau Beach 

Arorangi 1.5 km

Very good

8.3
Amenities beach • Easy access • Golden sand • Turquoise pure water • Free entrance • Sand bottom
4.9 Amenities index
Good for Relax
Muri Beach 

Muri 0.4 km

Very good

8.2
Partly hotel beach • Easy access • White fine sand • Small open area • Crowded in season • Distant parking
5.5 Amenities index
Aroa Beach 

Arorangi 3.4 km

Very good

8.1
Virgin beach • Easy access • Golden sand • Turquoise pure water • Free entrance • Sand bottom
2.1 Amenities index
For explorers
Aitutaki Sandbank 

Tautu 7 km

Very good

8
Exceptional beauty • Virgin beach • White fine sand • Access by boat • Crowded in season • No parking
0 Amenities index
Good for Relax
Titikaveka Beach 

Titikaveka 0.6 km

Good

7.9
Amenities beach • Easy access • Golden fine sand • Turquoise pure water • Free entrance • Fine sand bottom
2.7 Amenities index

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Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 17 beaches in the country.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Cook Islands.

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Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Cook Islands, they are as follows:

  • The country's beaches are mainly narrow, long and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is sand of bright color.
  • Usually, entry into the water is gentle, which is very good for kids. There are 10 such beaches.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Cook Islands is less than 500 meters. 13 beaches are relatively easy to access, and 4 beaches are only accessible from the water. The latter include both island beaches and beaches with no land routes due to the natural borders.

The vast majority of Cook Islands beaches have the necessary amenities, such as sun loungers, umbrellas, beach cafes, showers and toilets.

Dozens of beaches in Cook Islands attract every year not only relaxation lovers but also those travelers who prefer outdoor activities and, first of all snorkeling lovers, kayakers, sup boarders.

So, let's see what activities you can do on the beaches:

  • SUP is a relatively young sport that attracts more and more followers every year. Whether you are an experienced SUP rider or want to discover this activity, Cook Islands is the perfect place for you. More than 2 beaches are popular among SUP boarders. Who knows, you will become an enthusiastic fan of SUP after visiting these beaches.
  • Snorkeling. For admirers of the inner beauty of coastal waters, it is essential to know that about 15 beaches in Cook Islands that are popular with snorkelers. According to our users, the best locations are: One Foot Island, Tokerau Beach, Muri Beach.
  • Sea kayaking is an excellent alternative to long walks along the coast. Instead of being bored on the beach, you can go for a leisurely journey and discover the beauty of the neighboring coves, inlets and wild beaches. Remember, the main gems are always accessible only from the water. Kayaking is an excellent active lifestyle solution for both professionals and beginners. About 9 beaches in Cook Islands can be interesting for kayakers, the most popular are: Muri Beach, Aroa Beach.

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Finding a restaurant in Cook Islands is easy enough, many of them are located close to the beaches. Each is good in its way and has a certain charm. You can find out more about nearby food outlets on beach pages.

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

And, probably, the most popular question among travelers: “What sights of Cook Islands can be found relatively close to the beaches?” It is impossible to list all of them, there are a lot of attractions. So you will find where to go!

Do you know how many beaches there are in Cook Islands? In total there are 17 beaches and the most popular is One Foot Island.

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