Jetsave Travel 

- Mauke Island

MAUKE Island lies 241 kilometers northeast of Rarotonga. The geological formation of the island is similar to that of Atiu with some fine caves located in the cliffs of the coral reef. Also, like Atiu, Mauke has several beautiful white sandy beaches. Swimming, however, is limited due to the makatea (coral reef). Mauke is basically flat which is very conducive to walking. There is a road which completely encircles the island and it is a very pleasant 3 hours walk. Vaitaongo Cave is one of the many caves found on Mauke and is a 10 minute walk from Ngatiarua. It has banyan trees growing inside and a clear fresh water pool under the overhanging stalactites. Swimming in the cave is a perfect way to cool off on a hot summer's day.

The best beaches are on the south side of the island and are deserted with long stretches of clean white sand encompassing a turquoise crystal clear lagoon. Mauke is a perfect island to explore onfoot or motorbike. Motorbike rentals are available for hire.

Mauke Church Don't miss a visit to the Cook Islands Christian Church, one of the most fascinating buildings in the Cook Islands. The church has an almost Mohammedan flavor with its long rectangular courtyard, tall gateways and interior decoration of crescents and interlocking arches. Due to an old dispute between the two villages, the church was divided in the center and each side is decorated differently. The dividing partition has been removed, but dual gateways lead to dual doors, one for each village. Colorful designs are painted in green, pink, blue, yellow, and white. Inset into the railing in front of the pulpit are 9 old Chilean pesos.

Bicycle Tours are available and last approximately 2-3 hours visiting sights around the island including the beaches and inland bush and caves. For the more adventurous there is SUPATA’S SAFARI TOURS which lasts approx 2-3 ½ hours. The Safari Tour takes you off road 4x4 to the Banyan Trees, plantations, caves and beaches. You will experience a variety of local fruits and perhaps Supata will climb a coconut tree for a cool, refreshing Nu (drinking coconut).
Both tours can be arranged by request.

Mauke Beach

Don't leave Mauke without buying one of the unique pieces of handicraft available. The women weave fine pandanus mats, baskets, purses, and hats with brilliant borders of blue, red, yellow and orange along one end or colorful geometric designs. The men carve attractive wooden bowls and canoes.

MAUKE 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 Mauke transfers, The extra night includes accommodation only including government tax.. 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


TIARE HOLIDAY COTTAGES - One Seafront Cottage, One Polynesian-type bungalow and Two Polynesian-type units located close to the town centre. The units are side-by-side and have the names of Manongi and Ma'aru and feature 1 x double bed and 1 x single bed. Each unit features a bar size refrigerator, electric jug, microwave oven and have insect screens. They also include private shower and toilet facilities. The individual bungalow named Rupe is fully self-contained with insect screens and features 1 double bed (with mosquito netting) and a single bed with private shower and toilet facilities. It has a fully equipped kitchen including a bench top gas burner, microwave oven, electric jug and toaster. The new seafront bungalow named Okiva overlooks the lagoon and features 1xqueen size bed, fridge, cooking facilities, and hot water. . It also features sun loungers and dining platform with spectacular views across the reef. Please note only cold water featured in the garden units.. Power does run 24 hours per day. All units are clean and the décor island style featuring traditional Te VaeVaes on the beds. There is a small communal dining area where you can pre arrange the catering of meals with management. There are also rental bikes and bicycles available for hire. When you first arrive in Mauke, you are met by Kura and Tautara Purea with a traditional island Lei greeting. A Kia Orana welcome includes fresh home baked scones, jam, butter, tea, coffee, fruit and juice. Children Welcome.

Kura & Tautara Purea Tiare Holiday Cottages	Standard Bungalow	Self Contained Bungalow	Standard Untis

TIARE HOLIDAY COTTAGES 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)
Garden Studio Manongi or Maaru	$603	$100	$553	$50	$554	$42	$419	$35
Garden Bungalow Rupe Unit	$618	$115	$559	$56	$545	$42	$419	$35
Oceanview Bungalow Okiva Unit			$598	$95
Evening meal package	$30/Day Adult	$20/Day Child			Motor bike rental	$29/Day
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 only.

To combine your Mauke Holiday with other islands in the Southern Group, please refer to our Island Combinations Page.


RI'S RETREAT - 3 new and modern bungalows located close to the airport. The bungalows are situated in a garden setting and each bungalow features a double or 2x single beds, private shower and toilet with hot water, and separate kitchen with fridge/freezer, gas oven and cook top, tea & coffee making facilities.The bedding is locally tie-dyed sheets and bedspreads. There is also mosquito netting on the windows and front door. Your host, Tungane Williams, living in the main house, will provide transport for you to the general store located in town so that you will be able to buy any food and supplies. Each bungalow does stock a food cupboard with a user pay system. There is also a telephone installed in the main home. You may also rent push bikes or motor bikes from the property. When you first arrive in Mauke you are met by Tungane Williams or Taki Tua (Manager) with a traditional island lei greeting, and then transferred to RI’s Retreat. Fresh flowers and fruit are provided in each bungalow upon arrival. Children Welcome: Note: Electricity runs 24 hours per day.

Ri's Retreat	Interior	Standard Bungalow

RI'S RETREAT 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 (Self Contained)	$608	$105	$555	$52	$549	$46	$358	Foc
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 only.

To combine your Mauke Holiday with other islands in the Southern Group, please refer to our Island Combinations Page.


RI'S HIDEAWAY -3 new beach bungalows located on a remote coastal hideaway on a beautiful sandy island cove. The bungalows have spectacular views of the ocean. When completed, approximately August 2005, they will be fully self –contained, superior units with private shower and toilet facilities and featuring hot water. The bungalows will also feature separate kitchen with fridge/freezer, gas oven and cook top, tea & coffee making facilities. They will be run by generator power approximately 12 hours per day. There will be a staff member on the premises at all times until either land phones or mobile phone services are provided. As there are no phones, transportation is a must as it is a good 10 minutes drive from the airport and another 5 minutes from the town centre. When you first arrive in Mauke you are met by Tungane Williams or Taki Tua (Manager) with a traditional island lei greeting, and then transferred to RI’s Hideaway. Fresh flowers and fruit are provided in each bungalow upon arrival. Children Welcome

Ri's Hideaway	Private Cove - Ri's Hideaway	Interior Standard Bungalow	Friendly staff at Ri's Hideaway

RI'S HIDEAWAY 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)
Beachfront Bungalow (Self Contained)	$608	$105	$555	$52	$559	$56	$358	Foc
SUPATA SAFARI TOUR	$38
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 only.

To combine your Mauke Holiday with other islands in the Southern Group, please refer to our Island Combinations Page.