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Disfruta de las mejores playas y calas de Cook Islands en una experiencia costera inolvidable.
The Cook Islands are an idyllic island state in free association with New Zealand, made up of 15 islands scattered across almost two million square kilometers in the heart of the South Pacific Ocean. Divided between the Southern Islands (of volcanic and mountainous origin like Rarotonga, or with colossal lagoons like Aitutaki) and the remote coral atolls of the North (like Manihiki), they stand out for their virgin atmosphere free of massive hotel chains, their exuberant Polynesian Maori culture, reefs teeming with marine life and white sand beaches of unparalleled beauty.
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The ultimate Polynesian paradise in the South Pacific, home to the dazzling turquoise Aitutaki lagoon, volcanic peaks and warm 'Kia Orana' hospitality.
Cruise through the mythical Aitutaki Lagoon and get your passport stamped at One Foot Island (Tapuaetai)
Do the 'Cross-Island Track' walk and ascend to the base of the rocky pinnacle Te Rua Manga (The Needle) in Rarotonga
Immerse yourself in a Polynesian Cultural Night ('Island Night') with traditional fire dances and a banquet cooked in an underground oven (Umu)
Snorkel and dive in the crystal-clear waters of the protected marine reserves of Aroa and Titikaveka
Witness the hypnotic a cappella 'Imene Tuki' chants on a Sunday morning at the historic choral stone CICC church
Explore the stalactite caves and habitat of the endemic Kopeka bird on Atiu Island
The Cook Islands are an idyllic island state in free association with New Zealand, made up of 15 islands scattered across almost two million square kilometers in the heart of the South Pacific Ocean. Divided between the Southern Islands (of volcanic and mountainous origin like Rarotonga, or with colossal lagoons like Aitutaki) and the remote coral atolls of the North (like Manihiki), they stand out for their virgin atmosphere free of massive hotel chains, their exuberant Polynesian Maori culture, reefs teeming with marine life and white sand beaches of unparalleled beauty.
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View full guideThe official currency is the New Zealand Dollar (NZD), but the islands mint their own local legal tender bills and coins (such as the famous triangular $2 coin or the $5 coin with traditional motifs), highly coveted by collectors. Credit cards (Visa and Mastercard) are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants and shops in Rarotonga and Aitutaki, but it is essential to carry cash for markets, local stalls and outer islands.
Drive on the left side of the road (maximum speed of 50 km/h on open roads and 30-40 km/h in towns). Renting a scooter or motorcycle is the favorite way to get around. Tourists with a driver's license from their home country can drive scooters if their license includes a motorcycle; Otherwise, a local license must be applied for at the Avarua police station by passing a simple practical test.
The Cook Maori people are deeply respectful and hospitable. The 'Kia Orana' greeting should always be reciprocated with a smile. Sundays are days dedicated to family and church: most businesses close and visitors are expected to dress decently (shoulders and knees covered) if they attend religious services, avoiding nudism or toplessness on public beaches.
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