Cook Islands were named after Captain Cook who sighted them in 1770. It is located within easy reach of Australia in the South Pacific Ocean, just northeast of New Zealand, between French Polynesia and American Samoa. Cook Islands are divided into two distinct groups: the Southern Cook Islands (mostly volcanic and hilly islands, with a few atolls) and the Northern Cook Islands (low coral atolls close to the equator).
The population here is less than 15,000 but there are over 50,000 Cook Islanders living in New Zealand, and over 30,000 in Australia. Those remaining have often spent time in Auckland, Melbourne or Sydney before returning home.
Cook Islands comprise 15 islands spread over a part of the Pacific. Scattered across close to 2.2 million square kilometres of the Pacific Ocean, the largest island is Rarotonga, site of the capital city, Avarua, known for its white-coral churches. Cook Islands were formed by volcanic activity; the northern group is older and consists of six atolls, which are sunken volcanoes topped by coral growth. The climate here is moderate to tropical.
A True Island Escape
Cook Islands is the place where you’ll find a thousand years of Polynesian culture sitting side by side with some of the most spectacular natural scenery in the South Pacific. If you’ve visited Cook Islands before, you’ll know what we’re talking about. People come or visit here for the deep jungle, coral lagoons, and most specially the perfect beaches: pristine, powdery ribbons, lapped by fittingly sparkling waters. This place might be a great holiday place for you. Each of the 15 islands seems more breathtaking than the last. Despite covering a vast area, the Cook Islands host a tiny population, and secluded spots are easy to come by. The international airport here in Cook Islands is situated in Rarotonga, getting here takes less than four hours flying time from Auckland and are serviced by Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia, and once you arrive you’ll realise how laid back everyone is.
Cook Islands are more than a place to relax and recharge. Enjoy your perfect escape here. No matter where you are or what you want to do, the whole island is yours to enjoy!
