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Cook Islands

Important Information
  • Entry Requirements

    When you come to the Cook Islands, a valid passport and a return ticket will allow you a stay of up to 31 days. Extensions may be granted on a monthly basis - for up to six months.

    You must have sufficient funds for your maintenance and confirmed booking/payments and contact information of the accredited accommodation you intend to stay at, as camping is not permitted in the Cook Islands.

  • Passport

    The Pacific Islands enjoy a warm climate all year round. June until August is cooler whilst November to March is warmer. The drier months from April to November have an average temperature of about 26°C whilst in the warmer, more humid season the temperature ranges between 25°C and 35°C.

  • Visas

    The Pacific Islands enjoy a warm climate all year round. June until August is cooler whilst November to March is warmer. The drier months from April to November have an average temperature of about 26°C whilst in the warmer, more humid season the temperature ranges between 25°C and 35°C.

  • Hand Luggage Restrictions

    The Pacific Islands enjoy a warm climate all year round. June until August is cooler whilst November to March is warmer. The drier months from April to November have an average temperature of about 26°C whilst in the warmer, more humid season the temperature ranges between 25°C and 35°C.

  • Health Requirements

    The Pacific Islands enjoy a warm climate all year round. June until August is cooler whilst November to March is warmer. The drier months from April to November have an average temperature of about 26°C whilst in the warmer, more humid season the temperature ranges between 25°C and 35°C.

  • Time

    The Pacific Islands enjoy a warm climate all year round. June until August is cooler whilst November to March is warmer. The drier months from April to November have an average temperature of about 26°C whilst in the warmer, more humid season the temperature ranges between 25°C and 35°C.

  • Entry Requirements
  • Passport
  • Visas
  • Hand Luggage Restrictions
  • Health Requirements
  • Time
Getting Around
  • Getting Around

    Regular flights link Rarotonga to Aitutaki. Scheduled air and ferry services operate
    between the islands of Upolu and Savai'i in Samoa. The main roads are reasonably well maintained and rental cars, taxis, motorcycles and bicycles are available. Visitors may need to obtain a local drivers' licence for rental car and motorcycle hire.

  • The Pacific Islands enjoy a warm climate all year round. June until August is cooler whilst November to March is warmer. The drier months from April to November have an average temperature of about 26°C whilst in the warmer, more humid season the temperature ranges between 25°C and 35°C.

  • Getting Around
Spending
  • Currency

    The Cook Islands utilise the New Zealand dollar; in Samoa, the Samoan Tala is used (1 tala = 100 sene). Major credit cards are recognised and some cash machines are available.

  • Tipping

    Isn't expected and is contrary to Cook Islands custom.

  • Food and Drink

    The Pacific Islands enjoy a warm climate all year round. June until August is cooler whilst November to March is warmer. The drier months from April to November have an average temperature of about 26°C whilst in the warmer, more humid season the temperature ranges between 25°C and 35°C.

  • Currency
  • Tipping
  • Food and Drink
Communication
  • Communications

    Telephone services are good in most towns. Internet connections are available from most hotels as well as internet cafés.

  • Communications
About Cook Islands
  • Language

    English is widely spoken.

  • Holidays, Special Events

    New Year's Days - January 1, 2
    Easter - Good Friday & Easter Monday
    ANZAC Day - April 25
    Queen Elizabeth's Birthday - first Monday in June
    Constitution Day - August 4
    National Gospel Day - October 26
    Labor Day - A Monday in early August
    White Monday - Early October
    Christmas Day - December 25
    Boxing Day - December 26

  • Electricity

    The Pacific Islands enjoy a warm climate all year round. June until August is cooler whilst November to March is warmer. The drier months from April to November have an average temperature of about 26°C whilst in the warmer, more humid season the temperature ranges between 25°C and 35°C.

  • Geography

    The Pacific Islands enjoy a warm climate all year round. June until August is cooler whilst November to March is warmer. The drier months from April to November have an average temperature of about 26°C whilst in the warmer, more humid season the temperature ranges between 25°C and 35°C.

  • History

    The Pacific Islands enjoy a warm climate all year round. June until August is cooler whilst November to March is warmer. The drier months from April to November have an average temperature of about 26°C whilst in the warmer, more humid season the temperature ranges between 25°C and 35°C.

  • People

    The Pacific Islands enjoy a warm climate all year round. June until August is cooler whilst November to March is warmer. The drier months from April to November have an average temperature of about 26°C whilst in the warmer, more humid season the temperature ranges between 25°C and 35°C.

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About Cook Islands

Language

English is widely spoken.

Cook Islands - Language