Aitutaki
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Aitutaki, also traditionally known as Araura[citation needed] and Utataki, is one of the Cook Islands, north of Rarotonga. It has a population of approximately 2,000. Aitutaki is the second most visited island of the Cook Islands. The main village is Arutanga (Arutunga) on the west side.
Charts
See Cook Islands.
Weather
See Cook Islands.
Passages
See Cook Islands.
Islands
See Cook Islands.
Communication
See Cook Islands.
The passage into the lagoon is unmarked and narrow, just 30 m, and it is only 1,7 m deep at high tide. Note: There are reports that both C-Map and Navionics electronic charts are inaccurate.
Entrance
Aitutaki has "port" of entry/exit for Cook Islands. For details see Entrance: Cook Islands.
Berthing
Ports
Arutanga
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
Passage entrance
Arutanga Anchorage
Amenities
Limited.
Provisioning
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Store name1 [[Aitutaki#Store name1|Store name1]]
Eating out
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Name [[Aitutaki#Name|Name]]
Transportation
Aitutaki Airport (AIT IATA)is served by Air Rarotonga with daily flights from Rarotonga.
Tourism
History
Give a short history of the island.
Places to Visit
The lagoon offers many opportunities but is restricted to yachts. You must use water taxis from Arutanga.
Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forums
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
Links
References
See Cook Islands.
Comments
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Verified by
Date of member's last visit to Aitutaki and this page's details validated:
- Compiled from research (pilot books, internet, etc.) January, 2019 --Istioploos
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