Cook Islands- Aitutaki Island

Tamanu Beach

Tamanu Beach resort offers five different accommodation options, including self contained studio rooms and one bedroom lagoon view rooms, all nestled amongst lush tropical gardens.

The beachfront rooms are nestled right on the water's edge, literally just few steps from the waters of our blue lagoon.

Tamanu Beach is family operated and offers guests a truly unique Polynesian experience with a wonderful blend of tradition, culture, a stunning beach location and genuine Cook Islands hospitality.

The private white sand beach borders Aitutaki Island's crystal clear lagoon providing endless opportunities for swimming, snorkeling and kayaking in the azure waters.

Tamanu Beach resort is located on the western side of Aitutaki, with awe-inspiring sunset views from the new beachfront restaurant and bar.

Tamanu Restaurant is our new restaurant nestled right on the beachfront on Aitutaki's blue lagoon.

The restaurant is built in the traditional ‘Are’ style, with local Tamanu timber (mahogany) offering an authentic Pacific Island dining experience. 

Enjoy the romantic Aitutaki sunsets with a warm frangipani breeze and the sound of gentle waves lapping the shore as you dine.

This a-la-carte restaurant seats up to 80 and offers a variety of dishes inspired by Pacific Island cuisine with a range of western favorites also. 

The quality menu is prepared by experienced resort chefs and the restaurant is open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Relax in one of two swimming pools with sun loungers. Internet and wireless broadband services are available, as are a guest laundry, gift shop and excellent beachfront restaurant and Bar.

Enjoy free use of our Kayaks and snorkeling equipment.

Every Thursday enjoy Island Fire - a performance of Cook Islands song, dance, fire dancing and more from our talented and dynamic cultural group.

The fun starts at 6:30pm, enjoy a cocktail, wine or beer as you listen to LIVE music from Taumuri Williams.

From 7pm, dine on island-inspired cuisine (buffet dinner) followed by a delicious tropical dessert, watch the sun melt beyond the horizon, looking over the sparkling Aitutaki lagoon before the excitement of our traditional Fire and Dance Show!

Dressed in traditional costume these fascinating traditional dancers take you on a mesmerizing journey through the South Pacific. The performers will captivate you with authentic dance, beautiful costumes, hand clapping and singing.

Watch while the warrior men dance with fire to the upbeat rhythm of Pacific drums, as the island women move gracefully singing in sweet harmony. You can even give it a go yourself!

See this spectacular traditional fire and dance performance from leading Aitutakian dancers Te Aito – the Warriors right here at our resort, Tamanu Beach.

Aitutaki Island.
With a lagoon teeming with marine life, plenty of things to see and do and topped off with a tropical climate, Aitutaki can’t be beaten for a vacation full of relaxation and fun.  

Whether your part of a family, honeymooners, couples, a single traveler or a group, Aitutaki is the destination you’ve been dreaming about, with a location full of coconut palms, white sand beaches, the clearest azure waters you’ve ever seen – it’s all just waiting here for you.

Aitutaki Lagoon is renowned as one of the most magnificent in the world and its many uninhabited islands make it the most popular destination of the Southern Islands Group.

Take a four wheel drive tour, or hire a small scooter or free bicycle from Tamanu Beach Resort and explore the island on your own.

A short trip up Mt Mauga Pu provides a fantastic 360 degree vista of the turquoise lagoon with even the most distant motu (small islands) in view.

The best thing about Aitutaki is, with out a doubt its pristine lagoon. Water Taxis are readily available and can take you off to your own private island to enjoy an intimate day of unforgettable snorkeling, sunbathing or a romantic picnic – you name it. 

You can also get your passport stamped at “One Foot Island” - the most popular attraction in the Cook Islands.

There are several lagoon tours available on Aitutaki, Tamanu Beach can make tour arrangements for you during your stay including Kathy Guinea’s fishing tours where your fresh catch will be barbequed for you while you swim and laze on a secluded sandy beac.!