Cook Islands - Overview

The Cook Islands contain some of the most diverse scenery of any island group in the South Pacific.

The scent of frangipani lingers in the air, clear turquoise waters gently stroke the white sandy shores, and the gentle wind sways the fronds of coconut palms. The Cook Islands magical tranquility is only matched by the people themselves. A smiling face greets you at every turn, the hospitality is warm and spontaneous, and the mood relaxed. The Cook Islands are a great place to stopover enroute to Downunder, traveling Around the Pacific or Around the World.

Wafer-thin cays and far-flung atolls, white-sand beaches and lush green volcanic mountains, a slow pace, friendly people - what's not to like about the Cook Islands? Lascivious dancing and beer bashes in the bush have survived years of missionary zeal. The islands have excellent hiking, snorkeling, caving or just lazing. Get yourself stranded on an outer island and hope that freighter doesn't come back.

The Cook Islands are perfect for honeymoons.