Cook Islands

With 15 islands to choose from, Cook Island holidays provide a range of experiences for visitors seeking a tropical island getaway. Named after Captain James Cook, who visited the islands in the 1770s, the Cook Islands are scattered over a vast area of the South Pacific and range from towering Raratonga, the country's largest island, to the low, oval islands of the south and lonely, isolated atolls of the north.

Whether you are seeking a romantic, relaxing or adventurous holiday, the Cook Islands are an ideal destination. Cook Island holidays are the perfect castaway escape whether you are seeking a pampering resort or family-friendly holiday. Escape Travel can tailor make your next Cook Islands holiday.

The Cook Islands are favoured with one of the most pleasant tropical climates in the world. December to April is the hurricane season, with an average of one every other year. The country, once a British protectorate, is now a self-governing state in free association with New Zealand.

The majority of the people of the Cook Islands are Polynesian and are renowned as some of the most pleasant, agreeable people in the world. Smile and say kia orana (may you live on) and you're assured of an enjoyable conversation. Cook Islands dancers are also renowned for giving the finest performances in the South Pacific.

The most visited island is Raratonga, one of the most beautiful islands in Polynesia. Twisting valleys lead up to steep ridges and towering mountains carpeted with lush green vegetation and crowned by clouds. A reef circles the island, defining a lagoon with broad sandy beaches to the south, where the snorkelling is best.

Rarotonga Flights + 6 Nights

from $975*

Includes 2 FREE nights… read more

Includes

• Return economy class airfare to Rarotonga with Air New Zealand including prepaid taxes.
• 6 nights accommodation at the 3-star Club Raro Resort in a Standard Room.
• Breakfast daily.
• Return seat in coach airport transfers.
• BONUS Complimentary use of snorkelling gear, reef shoes, table tennis, tennis court, board games.
• BONUS 1 x Dive Centre intro dive in the resort pool.
• BONUS Kids under 12 years stay FREE.
• BONUS 2 FREE nights - Stay 6, Pay 4.
• Brisbane and Melbourne departures include 1 night pre accommodation at the 4-star Novotel Auckland Airport in a Novotel Guest room due to flight schedules.
• Adelaide departures include 1 night pre accommodation and 2 nights post accommodation at the 4-star Novotel Auckland Airport in a Novotel Guest room due to flight schedules.

^ Rarotonga Flights + 6 Nights additional terms and conditions

Call 1300 556 855 quote WEB 2331714

Rarotonga Flights + 6 Nights, 4-star

from $1,049*

Includes 2 FREE nights… read more

Includes

• Return economy class airfare to Rarotonga with Air New Zealand including prepaid taxes.
• 6 nights accommodation at the 4-star Edgewater Resort & Spa in a Garden Room.
• Breakfast daily.
• Return seat in coach airport transfers.
• FREE daily activities program.
• BONUS Honeymooners receive a FREE bottle of sparkling wine and a fruit basket.
• BONUS Kids under 12 years stay FREE and receive FREE entry to Coconut Kids Club.
• BONUS 2 FREE nights - Stay 6, Pay 4.
• Brisbane and Melbourne departures include 1 night pre accommodation at the 4-star Novotel Auckland Airport in a Novotel Guest room due to flight schedules.
• Adelaide departures include 1 night pre accommodation and 2 nights post accommodation at the 4-star Novotel Auckland Airport in a Novotel Guest room due to flight schedules.

^ Rarotonga Flights + 6 Nights, 4-star additional terms and conditions

Call 1300 556 855 quote WEB 2331716

Rarotonga Flights + 6 Nights

from $1,259*

Includes 1 FREE night… read more

Includes

• Return economy class airfare to Rarotonga with Air New Zealand including prepaid taxes.
• 6 nights accommodation at the 3.5-star Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel & Villas in a 2 Bedroom Villa.
• Breakfast starter pack on arrival.
• Return seat in coach airport transfers.
• BONUS Complimentary tropical breakfast starter pack on arrival.
• BONUS 2 x complimentary cocktails from Pawpaw Patch restaurant and bar.
• BONUS 1 FREE night.
• Stay 6 nights, Pay 5.
• Brisbane and Melbourne departures include 1 night pre accommodation at the 4-star Novotel Auckland Airport in a Novotel Guest room due to flight schedules.
• Adelaide departures include 1 night pre accommodation and 2 nights post accommodation at the 4-star Novotel Auckland Airport in a Novotel Guest room due to flight schedules.

^ Rarotonga Flights + 6 Nights additional terms and conditions

Call 1300 556 855 quote WEB 2331722

Rarotonga Flights + 6 Nights, 4.5-star

from $1,745*

Includes 1 FREE night… read more

Includes

• Return economy class airfare to Rarotonga with Air New Zealand including prepaid taxes.
• 6 nights accommodation at the 4.5-star Crown Beach Resort & Spa in a 1 Bedroom Villa.
• Breakfast daily.
• Return seat in coach airport transfers.
• BONUS Bottle of sparkling wine on arrival.
• BONUS 2 x 30 minute body massages.
• BONUS Royal arrival cocktail (tropical punch).
• BONUS Daily triple happy hour.
• BONUS Lobby lounge hospitality service on departure (night flights).
• BONUS 1 FREE night - Stay 6, Pay 5.
• Brisbane and Melbourne departures include 1 night pre accommodation at the 4-star Novotel Auckland Airport in a Novotel Guest room due to flight schedules.
• Adelaide departures include 1 night pre accommodation and 2 nights post accommodation at the 4-star Novotel Auckland Airport in a Novotel Guest room due to flight schedules.

^ Rarotonga Flights + 6 Nights, 4.5-star additional terms and conditions

Call 1300 556 855 quote WEB 2331720

Aitutaki Flights + 5 Nights, 4-star

from $2,345*

Includes 1 FREE night… read more

Includes

• Return economy class airfare to Rarotonga with Air New Zealand including prepaid taxes.
• 5 nights accommodation at the 4-star Aitutaki Lagoon Resort & Spa in a Beachfront Bungalow.
• Breakfast daily.
• Meet and Greet, Welcome lei and Welcome drinking coconut.
• Return air transfers from Rarotonga to Aitutaki.
• Return seat in coach airport transfers.
• FREE daily activities program including all tide swimming and crab hunting.
• FREE use of snorkelling gear, kayaks, sun loungers, hammocks and beach towels.
• BONUS Romantic 3-course Candlelit Dinner for 2 in Bounty Restaurant.
• BONUS 1 x bottle of fine wine.
• BONUS Invitation to the Manager's Sunset Cocktail Party.
• BONUS Honeymooners receive a FREE bottle of chilled New Zealand Champagne and His and Hers Island Pareus.
• BONUS His and Hers one hour Spa Hydrotherapy Package in Spa Polynesia.
• BONUS 1 FREE night - Stay 5, Pay 4.
• Brisbane and Melbourne departures include 1 night pre and 1 night post accommodation at the 4-star Novotel Auckland Airport in a Novotel Guest room due to flight schedules.
• Sydney departures include 1 night post accommodation at the 5-star Sanctuary Rarotonga in a Beachfront Suite room due to flight schedules.
• Adelaide departures include 1 night pre and 1 night post accommodation at the 4-star Novotel Auckland Airport in a Novotel Guest room due to flight schedules.

^ Aitutaki Flights + 5 Nights, 4-star additional terms and conditions

Call 1300 556 855 quote WEB 2331724