FLY FISHING AITUTAKI,
COOK ISLANDS

AUGUST 2026
AITUTAKI – Hosted Trip

AUGUST 16-23, 2026: AITUTAKI HOSTED SALTWATER FLY FISHING TRIP

Aitutaki is a South Pacific paradise, a lagoon of turquoise waters, scattered motus, and pristine flats. Unlike our remote and rustic Fanning Island week, this hosted adventure offers boutique resort-style lodging, fresh local cuisine (beachfront dining), and easy commercial flights.

What it does offer in abundance is more extraordinary flats fly fishing. Expect sight-casting to bonefish and trevally—including occasional giant trevally—wading shallow lagoons in crystal-clear waters, with long, full days on the flats in a truly tropical setting.

Aitutaki offers crystal-clear lagoons and abundant flats fish, making it one of the South Pacific’s most pristine fly fishing destinations. This hosted trip combines expert local guiding, boutique accommodation, and seamless logistics for an unforgettable angling adventure.

AITUTAKI, EXCLUSIVE TO ISOLATION OUTFITTERS

In August 2026, six lucky anglers will join us for a full week hosted in Aitutaki. Your days will be spent fishing alongside experienced local guides across the lagoon’s endless flats, targeting bonefish and trevally in optimal conditions. Evenings are spent in boutique lodge comfort, enjoying fresh island cuisine and lagoon views.

This single hosted week is timed to align with the best tides and moon phase for flats fishing. You’ll be fully supported by our team, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable angling experience.

Spaces are strictly limited to six anglers, so early registration is essential.

TRIP OVERVIEW

8 Nights / 6+ Days Fishing
US$4,895 per angler – double occupancy
Group size strictly limited to six anglers

INCLUDES

2 nights hotel accommodation on Rarotonga (arrival/departure)
6 nights at Aitutaki Village, beachfront on Ootu Beach
6 full days of guided fishing in Aitutaki Lagoon
RAR to/from AIT domestic flights and transfers
All meals on Aitutaki (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Drinking water, soft drinks & light snacks
1 guide per 2 anglers (1:1 guide/boat optional upgrade)
Guide/Boat pickup and drop off daily to our lodge accommodation

EXCLUDES

International flights to/from Rarotonga via Honolulu, Auckland, or Sydney
Alcoholic beverages
Fishing licenses (paid locally on Aitutaki)
Tips & gratuities (not expected)
Travel & medical/evacuation insurance

LOCATION SNAPSHOT

Access:

US anglers: Fly Hawaiian Airlines from Honolulu (HNL) to Rarotonga (RAR), arriving Saturday evening.
NZ & Australian anglers: Direct flights into Rarotonga from Auckland and Sydney.
Short 50-minute Air Rarotonga flight connects RAR → AIT the following morning.

Fishing:

Six full days of guided fishing across Aitutaki’s pristine lagoon.
Target bonefish, giant trevally, and bluefin trevally on foot and by skiff.
Expect crystal-clear flats, coral motus, and consistent opportunities at trophy fish.

This is premium South Pacific flats fishing—remote, beautiful, and unforgettable. And available only as a hosted week with Isolation Outfitters.

Hotel room with wooden walls and ceiling, a large bed with blue and black patterned bedding, a wooden nightstand, two wicker chairs, wall-mounted artworks, and a small sink area in the corner.

AITUTAKI VILLAGE ACCOMMODATION

We have secured quality air-conditioned bungalow accommodation (twin share/double occupancy) on Aitutaki with unfettered beachfront access. The adjoining restaurant is our base for breakfasts and dinners.

TRIP DETAILS AT A GLANCE

Destination: Aitutaki, Cook Islands – South Pacific Ocean
Dates: August 16-23, 2026
Target Species: Bonefish, Giant Trevally
Difficulty: 5/10 (remote, yet resort)
Group Size: 6 anglers max
Rate: US$4,895 per angler (double occupancy)

TRIP ITINERARY

Day 1 – Saturday, August 15, 2026 – Arrival in Rarotonga

Flight from Honolulu (HNL) arrives Rarotonga (RAR) Saturday 11.45pm
We overnight on Rarotonga (our hotel is very close to the airport)

Day 2 – Sunday, August 16 | Flight to Aitutaki, settle in

Coffee & Morning flight RAR to AIT (8am)
Transfer to Aitutaki Village for brunch and unpack
Explore the home flats and reef - optional fly fishing
Welcome dinner and drinks at the lodge

Day 3 – Monday, August 17 | Full Day Guided Fishing

Guided fishing targeting bonefish and trevally across Aitutaki Lagoon.
Picnic lunch on a remote motu
Dinner at the lodge

Day 4 – Tuesday, August 18 | Full Day Guided Fishing

More guided fishing on the lagoon flats and at the reef edge
Evening dinner

Day 5 – Wednesday, August 19 | Full Day Guided Fishing

Guided trips to flats or outer lagoon channels for trevally and giant trevally
Lunch on the water
Return to lodge in late afternoon for dinner and drinks

Day 6 – Thursday, August 20 | Full Day Guided Fishing

Morning and afternoon fishing, revisiting favorite flats
Dinner at the lodge

Day 7 – Friday, August 21 | Full Day of Guided Fishing

Morning and afternoon sessions, fine-tuning casting and targeting trophy fish
Farewell group dinner at the lodge

Day 8 – Saturday, August 22 | Last Day Guided Fishing / Transfer to Rarotonga

Guided fishing, or you may wish to do some lagoon exploration of your own
Earlier afternoon return to prepare for departure
Transfer to Aitutaki Airport for 7pm flight to Rarotonga
Quality hotel accommodation - repack for international flights tmrw

Day 9 – Sunday, August 23, 2026 | Rarotonga / International Departure

Brunch and farewells in town
Transfer to Rarotonga Airport
Connect with international flights home via Rarotonga (RAR to HNL and onward)

SUMMARY ITINERARY

  
      Date
      Location
      Notes
    
      Sat 8 Aug
      HNL to RAR
      Late arrival 11.45pm; hotel near airport
    
      Sun 9 Aug
      RAR to AIT
      Fly to Aitutaki 8am; relax/gear up/home flats
    
      Mon 10 Aug
      Aitutaki
      Guided Fishing Day 1
    
      Tue 11 Aug
      Aitutaki
      Guided Fishing Day 2
    
      Wed 12 Aug
      Aitutaki
      Guided Fishing Day 3
    
      Thu 13 Aug
      Aitutaki
      Guided Fishing Day 4
    
      Fri 14 Aug
      Aitutaki
      Guided Fishing Day 5
    
      Sat 15 Aug
      AIT to RAR
      Guided Fishing Day 6; evening flight to RAR
    
      Sun 16 Aug
      RAR to HNL
      Departure back to Hawaii

TRIP REGISTRATION

Early registration secures your place on the trip register. Upon request, you’ll receive our full CXI + Fanning Island Information Pack, including:

Detailed itinerary with travel/medical insurance advice
Recommended flights and transfer notes
Packing list, tackle list and fly recommendations
Guidance on gratuities, currency (bring NZD$), optional extras, and practical tips

Once you confirm your interest in coming on this trip, we’ll issue a deposit invoice. Your spot is secured once your deposit reaches our USA or NZ bank account. Final payment is due 90 days before trip commencement date.

THIS SALTWATER TRIP IS EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE THROUGH US.

Aitutaki is a tropical fly fishing paradise, remote but far from rustic. Boutique lodging and high quality fresh local cuisine awaits after a long day on white sand flats.

What Aitutaki offers in abundance is world-class flats fishing in 30 square miles of crystal-clear lagoons.

You’ll be sight-casting to bonefish, bluefin and giant trevally, wading pristine flats for six full days of fishing, soaking in turquoise waters and unforgettable South Pacific scenery.

GENERAL INFORMATION

TRIP ENQUIRIES

Please contact us by sending us a message via our Contact Form, or calling us to discuss availability.

We will share more trip information with you via email and phone to discuss this adventure, answer your questions and understand more about your saltwater fly fishing experience and what you’re looking for from this trip.

SKILL LEVEL

You do NOT need to be an expert saltwater fly angler to enjoy this trip. We, together with your guide, will assist you throughout the trip. Being able to cast proficiently is a prerequisite though. You should be able to cast bonefish flies into wind with your 7-9 weight single handed rod and use a 10-12 weight single handed rod if you are pursuing the numerous giant trevally that frequent the lagoon.

WEATHER

Aitutaki enjoys a consistently warm, tropical climate year-round, with daytime temperatures hovering around 77–84°F (25–29°C). Trade winds are common across the lagoon, and brief rain showers can roll through without warning, usually passing quickly.

A light rain jacket is essential, along with a hoody or vest for breezy boat rides between fishing spots. Sun protection is equally critical: bring reef-safe sunscreen, quality sun-protective clothing, a Buff and gloves, a wide-brimmed hat (plus a backup cap), and lip balm with SPF. We’ll keep plenty of cold water in the chilly bin to help you stay hydrated during long days on the flats.

SATELLITE PHONE/MESSAGING

We carry multiple Garmin Inreach Mini2 messaging devices, an Iridium Extreme Satellite Telephone and a Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) on every hosted trip. We have WiFi at the bungalows so you can access the outside world as much (or as little) as you choose to.

In the event of a medical emergency, we will have direct contact with Global Rescue (or whomever you are insured with) for urgent evacuation to Rarotonga and beyond.

FARE PAYMENT

The fare for this expedition is outlined on this page in US Dollars (USD$) and will not change after final confirmation of your booking (confirmed by receipt of your deposit payment to Isolation Outfitters), regardless of any fluctuations in international currency, fuel or travel costs. A detailed list of what is included is provided with your booking confirmation. Individual anglers are invoiced separately or together as you wish.

Currency: Payment can be made in US Dollars (USD$) into our Montana USA deposit account or our New Zealand bank account as you choose. If you wish to pay in NZ Dollars (NZD$), we will agree a suitable foreign exchange rate into NZD$ from your preferred currency at the time of booking.

Credit Cards: Alternatively you may wish to pay by credit card. We accept most major international credit cards and can provide a link for online payments.

Deposit: A deposit of 50% of the fare is payable to confirm your booking. Payment of deposit is deemed acceptance of our Terms and Conditions. Hosted trips have limited spaces and require a deposit payment to secure your space.

Remaining Fare: We require settlement of your full account 90 days before the trip proceeds. All anglers will need to show proof of comprehensive travel insurance and any required medical insurance at this time.

Additional Travel or Tackle: We can arrange additional sightseeing trips, or offshore fishing, and provide fishing gear for you to retain after the trip is completed. Any costs for these will be invoiced directly to you and are payable before the trip commences. Any additional trip preferences, changes to the expedition travel, or specialist gear obtained on your behalf at your request will be payable on invoice.

SINGLE ANGLER EXPEDITIONS

This Aitutaki atoll adventure is priced for two anglers sharing a twin room. If you are a single angler, we can provide single rooms on request, or we can accommodate you with another willing single angler if you both agree.

Please contact us to discuss pricing for single occupancy accommodation or single boat/guide.