Escape to Atiu a small upraised coral island located 45 minutes by air from Rarotonga. It is the island of adventure and bird watching. Ask the locals and they will talk about ancient burial caves, secluded white sandy coves, the aromatic Atiu coffee and the Tumuni – home brewed fruit beer.
Duration: | 3 Days / 2 Nights |
Holiday Type: | Classic, Family, Honeymoon’s |
Grade: | Standard |
Start / Finish: | Apia Airport |
Flights: | Inter-island Included. For long-haul see our Latest Flight Offers. |
Itinerary
Day 1: Rarotonga – Atiu or Aitutaki – Atiu
This morning fly from Rarotonga or Aitutaki to Atiu. Upon arrival in Atiu transfer to the Atiu Villas.
Day 2: Anatakitaki Cave Tour
The Anatakitaki Caves are home to the Kopeka Birds that nests deep within the caverns and navigate in the dark by using an echo locating series of clicks. The magnificent, towering limestone caverns have huge stalactites reaching to the cavern floor and massive stalagmites that sparkle in the light. Enjoy a challenging walk through untouched tropical rain forest. Hear about legends and learn of the flora and fauna found in the makatea (raised coral) surroundings. Bring your swimwear and enjoy a candle-lit swim in the artesian water pool.
In addition, option of one of the following: Island Discovery Tour with Temau, Birdwatchers Tour with Birdman George, Island Eco Tour with Birdman George, Atiu Punarea Tour
Day 3: Atiu – Rarotonga
Transfer from Atiu Villas to Atiu Airport for the return flight to Rarotonga.
Accommodation
Standard
Atiu Villas
Atiu Villas is located 15-minutes from the airport and 5-minutes from the main township of Areora. There are five chalet style units in a lovely garden setting with swimming pool, tennis court and restaurant on-site. The best accommodation on the island, well priced and well managed. More Info.
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Info & Extras
Add-on’s
Aitutaki Island
Aitutaki is undisputedly one of the most beautiful of all South Pacific destinations with its huge turquoise, sunlit lagoon decorated with 15 motu (islets) and an emerald green main island. Take a Day Tour of Aitutaki from Rarotonga on a 45-minute flight or stay a little longer with our Rarotonga & Aitutaki 8 or 12 night packages.
Mangaia Island
Less than 200km Southwest of Rarotonga and just a 45-minute flight, Mangaia is the second largest island and is endowed with four distinct geographical regions making it four islands in one. A unique and remote island experience! Mangaia Island 2-Night Add-on Package.
Special discounted long-haul airfares available if booked as part of this package – request a quote or view our latest airfare offers.
Operates & Prices
from/to Rarotonga
Atiu Villas – Standard Unit
From £525 Single
From £420 Share Twin/Double
from Aitutaki (add-on to Rarotonga & Aitutaki 8 or 12 night packages)
Atiu Villas – Standard Unit
From £370 Single
From £265 Share Twin/Double
- Triple/Quad (Family) rates on request.
- Add-on available to Aitutaki Island x3 nights and Mangaia Island x2 nights inclusive of inter-island flights.
- For tailor-made options – please contact us.
- Inter-island Flights.
- Transfers on Atiu.
- 2 nights accommodation at Atiu Villas (note breakfasts not included)
- One of the following: Island Discovery Tour with Temau, Birdwatchers Tour with Birdman George, Island Eco Tour with Birdman George, Atiu Punarea Tour
- Atiu Anatakitaki Cave Tour (Kopeka Bird).
- Long-haul International Flights – View our Latest Offers
- Items of a personal nature i.e. telephone calls, laundry, liquor etc.
- Use of hotel rooms before/after normal check-in/out-times – refer info & extras.
- Optional tours and activities if mentioned in the itinerary.