Name: Wow. I'm at a loss for words.
Item: Aitutaki Sandbank
Rating: 10
Author: Lila Creston

About Aitutaki island

The gentle sea with the purest water and the magnificent sandy - pebbly beaches of Aitutaki island 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!

Aitutaki island Best beaches

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For explorers

One Foot Island

One Foot Island beach

Tautu 7.6 km

Very good

8.9

Free entrance • Amenities beach • Exceptional beauty • Access by boat • Crowded in season • No parking

1.7 Amenities index

For explorers

Aitutaki Sandbank

Tautu 7 km

Very good

8

Free entrance • Virgin beach • Exceptional beauty • Access by boat • Crowded in season • No parking

0 Amenities index

Good for Relax

Aitutaki Beach

Vaipeka 1.9 km

Good

7.2

Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Light sand & pebble • Turquoise pure water • Sand & Pebbles bottom

4.3 Amenities index

For explorers

Moturakau Beach

Tautu 5.7 km

Good

7

Free entrance • Virgin beach • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Access by boat • No parking

0 Amenities index

Good for Relax

Ootu Beach

Vaipeka 2.1 km

Pleasant

6.8

Partly hotel beach • Easy access • White sand & pebble • Turquoise pure water • Sand & Pebbles bottom • Small open area

5.5 Amenities index

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Popular types of Aitutaki island beaches

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 5 beaches in the island.

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

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Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Aitutaki island, they are as follows:

The island's beaches are mainly narrow, quite short and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is a mix of sand and pebble of white color.
Usually, entry into the water is gentle, which is very good for kids. There are 5 such beaches.
Some beach bays can be densely occupied by motor boats or yachts, which usually negatively affects water pollution. There are about 1 beach in Aitutaki island, where a significant number of ships can be observed from time to time.
The average distance from the road to beach in Aitutaki island is less than 500 meters. 2 beaches are relatively easy to access, and 3 beaches are only accessible from the water. The latter include both island beaches and beaches with no land routes due to the natural borders.

Wild beaches with no infrastructure dominate the coastline of Aitutaki island however, even here you can find a beach with a standard set of accessories: sun beds, umbrellas, restaurants, showers and toilets.

Latest reviews on Aitutaki island's beaches

Aitutaki Sandbank

10 Lila Creston

Wow. I'm at a loss for words.

One Foot Island beach One Foot Island

9 Lara Massimo

This beach is an absolute gem, a true natural wonder that will take your breath away. I strongly suggest taking a day trip from Rarotonga to experience its beauty. And don't forget to get your passport stamped at One Foot Island for a unique memento of your visit.

Ootu Beach

10 Unknown user

The beach is absolutely stunning with its pristine white sand and scattered pebbles. I would love to visit this serene and peaceful location someday.

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.

The hottest month of the island is February - air temperature during this time warms up to 28.4°C and water up to 29°C in March. The coldest month is July - air temperature drops to 25.1°C and water to 26.3°C. Air and water temperature allows you to relax comfortably in the island all year round, which is enjoyed by tourists and locals.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Aitutaki island? In total there are 5 beaches and the most popular is One Foot Island beach.