Jetsave Travel 

- Mangaia Island

Mangaia Island lies 177 kilometers southeast of Rarotonga and is the southernmost of the Cook Islands. The island has a raised coral reef forming a 60 meter high ring around the island. There are no sandy beaches due to the makatea and swimming in the lagoon is limited due to the closeness of the reef, however, there are several rock pools which provide good swimming at high tide. The attraction of Mangaia is its natural scenery, dramatic caves and interesting hiking treks.

The island is also the home of the indigenous Mangaian Kingfisher bird. Fishing is a popular activity with the locals and visitors are oftentimes invited to join the daily fishing excursions.

Oneroa is the main village on Mangaia and has several shops, a general store, post office, and sports field. The village has two levels with many homes, the school and the Mangaia Lodge located on the top of the makatea cliff while most businesses are located at sea level. There is a road that connects the two levels and also there are steps that are carved into the makatea for those who are fit enough for the steep climb. Watching the school children in the afternoon making their way from the top of the cliff to the village centre makes for a marvelous photographic opportunity.

The makatea contains numerous limestone caves with stalactites and stalagmites and ancient burial sites. A guided tour is available to Mangaia ChildrenTe Rua Rere Cave which has large caverns of brilliant crystals. Old skeletons add a skin crawling touch of reality to this burial ground. Another cave worth visiting is the Touri Cave which contains two streams; one freshwater and the other salt water. The more popular cave tours are listed under Activities Mangaia. There are also several hiking treks which you can take ranging from 1 hour to several hours traversing through the forests, taro patches, makatea, and bushlands. One popular trek from the village of Tuatini to Lake Titiara is a lovely 2 hour trek with lush vegetation.

CICC Church, Ivirua Village	Tua Ati Rock Pool (near Oneroa)	Island Interior-Taro Patches	Tere, Cave Guide of Mangaia

Mangaian women make gaily colored hat bands, necklaces, and other decorative items from pupu shells, a small land snail, which emerges from the makatea after the rain. Mangaia is represented in museum collections around the world by large ceremonial adzes. Before you leave Mangaia be sure to hike up to the flat summit of Rangimotia, the highest point on the island where you get a panoramic view.

MANGAIA PACKAGES

Package Details: All rates per person New Zealand Dollars. The first night includes return airfare from Rarotonga including insurance surcharge levy and return transfers from your Rarotonga hotel to the domestic airport, one night selected accommodation, return Mangaia transfers, The extra night includes accommodation only including government tax and meals where specified.
Note: Children ages 2-11

CHEAPEST AVAILABLE FARES
- Non - refundable
- No name changes permitted
- No downgrades permitted
- Flight changes permitted up to flight departure. Additional payments will apply as follows:
- $25 change fee per person, per sector (Infant fares excempt) for changes made prior to 72 hours before flight departure.
- 50% penalty for changes made within 72 hours of departure
- Where a change requires the purchaseof a higher priced fare, the difference between the original fare and the upgraded fare is payable.
- Payment due 7 days after the booking or 72 hours before flight departure, whichever is earlier. Booking at risk of cancellation if payment is not made within reuired timeframe.
- 50% no show penalty
- Baggage allowance 16 KGS
- Excess charge $3.00 per kilogram - Lockers are available for hire at Rarotonga airport.

Flexi fares are also available at extra cost


BABES PLACE - A 2-bedroom self catering unit located on the lagoon with a white sandy beach between the airport and Omoka Village. It is approximately 3 kilometers away from the central village. There are two bedrooms each with a double and single bed and ceiling fans. The units feature private shower and flush toilet for each bedroom and modern kitchen featuring fridge, microwave, oven, toaster, and tea and coffee making facilities. There is a general store nearby, however, as the selection of food items is limited, you may want to consider bringing with you some fresh fruits and vegetables from Rarotonga. Towels, bedding and linen provided. Motorbikes are available for hire. Only Cold Water. Electricity runs from 6am to 11pm daily. Your hosts Twin and Arake Tonitara will ensure that you have a memorable visit and can arrange circle island tours, fishing, snorkelling and lagoon tours, as well as Sunday church services. There is excellent bone fishing in this area and visits to the pearl farm can also be arranged.

Babes Place - Main House	Lounge - Main House	Accommodation Units	Bedroom - Accommodation Units

BABES PLACE to 31st March 2011	SINGLE 1ST NT (Include Airfare)	EXTRA NIGHT (room only)	TWIN 1ST NT (Include Airfare)	EXTRA NIGHT (room only)	TRIPLE 1ST NT (Include Airfare)	EXTRA NIGHT (room only)	CHILD 1ST NT (Incudel Airfare)	EXTRA NIGHT (room only)
Standard Unit	$456	$75	$441	$60	$431	$50	$330	$38
All Rates are listed are per person NZ Dollars including tax. The first night includes return airfare including airline insurance levy, accommodation, 3 meals, and all airport transfers. The extra night is room only including all meals

ARA MOANA BUNGALOWS - 6 small bungalows located on the beachfront near the village of Ivirua close to the airport. There are 2 small bungalows with share facilities that are large enough to contain 1xdouble bed. The 2 standard bungalows have 1xdouble bed and small private shower and toilet and the 2 superior bungalows have 1 x double bed with table and chairs, private shower and toilet and front veranda with loungers. There is a restaurant and bar which also features weekly Cook Island dancing performances. There is also a beachside cliff fale where you can view the waves crashing on the makatea below you and also view the migration of the whales from July - October each year. Motorbike rentals available as well as island tours.

Ara Moana Bungalows	Restaurant and Bar	Superior Bungalow	Bedroom -Sunperior Bungalow

ARA MOANA BUNGALOWS to 31st March 2011	SINGLE 1ST NT (Include Airfare)	EXTRA NIGHT (room only)	TWIN 1ST NT (Include Airfare)	EXTRA NIGHT (room only)	TRIPLE 1ST NT (Include Airfare)	EXTRA NIGHT (room only)	CHILD 1ST NT (Incudel Airfare)	EXTRA NIGHT (room only)
Standard Bungalow	$441	$60	$421	$40	n/a	n/a	$320	$28
Spacious Bungalow	$471	$115	$424	$68	$433	$52	$344	$42
All Meals	$40	per day
Motorbike Rental	$30/day	Fishing Tour	$50		3 Meal per day	$45 Adult	$22.50 Child
Island Tour	$50	Cave Tour	$45		2 Meal per day	$35 Adult	$17.50 Child
All Rates are listed are per person NZ Dollars including tax. The first night includes return airfare including airline insurance levy, accommodation and all airport transfers. The extra night is room

MANGAIA LODGE - A 3 bedroom local home with communal kitchen and toilet facilities located in the main village of Oneroa. There is 1 room with double bed and standing fan and 2 rooms with 2 x single beds and standing fans. The kitchen is available for communal use and features fridge/freezer, gas stove, dishes and cutlery. The communal lounge features TV, radio, portable stereo. As the showers and toilets are separate from the main house be sure to bring a flashlight for maneuvering at night. Note: Only cold water. Electricity is now available 24 hours per day. Rates include cooked breakfast daily.

Mangaia Lodge	Interior

MANGAIA LODGE to 31st March 2011	SINGLE 1ST NT (Include Airfare)	EXTRA NIGHT (room only)	TWIN 1ST NT (Include Airfare)	EXTRA NIGHT (room only)	TRIPLE 1ST NT (Include Airfare)	EXTRA NIGHT (room only)	CHILD 1ST NT (Incudel Airfare)	EXTRA NIGHT (room only)
Room in House	$417	$36	$416	$35	$415	$34	$312	$20
All Rates are listed are per person NZ Dollars including tax. The first night includes return airfare including airline insurance levy, accommodation, breakfast and all airport transfers. The extra night is room and breakfast only.

THINGS TO SEE and DO IN MANGAIA CAVE TOURS - The main feature of this island is the Makatea or limestone rock. The MAKATEA NATURE WALK AND CAVE TOUR (duration 3 to 4 hours), gives you a good introduction to the island's geology, history, flora and fauna. This tour will take you through unique landscape of strange and beautiful rock formations You will experience a breathtaking view over the interior of the island and visit 4 caves of historical significance. You will learn hair rising stories of cannibalism in the old days. Cost: NZ$45.00 per person (US$32.00) SIGHTSEEING TOUR - Guided sightseeing tours (duration 4 or 2 hours) are available (from Ara Moana Bungalows) that will take you over most parts of theisland.You will see all four regions of the island including the reef, roads through narrow makatea canyons, magnificent lookouts over the interior and the highland forests. Big Tour: NZ$50.00 per person (US$35.00). MOTOR SCOOTER RIDING - Rent a motor scooter and go on your own. There are more roads to discover than on any other island in Cook Islands. Rental: Normally NZ$30.00 per 24 hrs plus fuel. HIKING TRIPS - If you want to take a closer look at the unique landscape, take one or more of the many hikes through the very varying surroundings. For a modest fee you will be dropped at the starting point of the hike with a map and a detailed description of how to follow the track that eventually leads you back to the hotel. FISHING TRIPS - If you like fishing, a local man can show you how it is done from the reef using a rod. Should you prefer more serious adventure, offshore fishing from a boat is also available, weather permitting. If you are lucky you could get a large yellow-fin tuna (see picture) and get to eat it the same evening. Offshore fishing: NZ$50 per person (US$35)