Aitutaki fly fishing
hosted trip

FARE, ROOMING AND GUIDING

This departure is limited to five traveling anglers plus the Isolation Outfitters host. Three booking arrangements are available:

• Twin-share accommodation with a shared guide and boat: US$5,495 per angler.

• Single-occupancy accommodation with a shared guide and boat: US$6,495 per angler.

• Single-occupancy accommodation with a private guide and boat: US$7,495 per angler.

The standard fishing arrangement is two anglers with each guide and boat. Solo anglers who are willing to share a twin room may ask to be paired with another willing guest, subject to availability and mutual agreement. A place is not reserved until the required deposit has been received.

WHAT IS INCLUDED

The hosted-trip fare includes:

• Two hotel nights on Rarotonga, covering the international arrival and departure.

• Six nights in an air-conditioned beachfront bungalow at Aitutaki Village on Ootu Beach.

• Return Air Rarotonga flights between Rarotonga and Aitutaki.

• Scheduled Rarotonga hotel shuttles and Aitutaki airport and accommodation transfers.

• An introductory half day of guided fishing on Saturday, followed by five full guided fishing days from Monday through Friday.

• Daily guide and boat pickup and return during the guided program.

• Two anglers sharing one guide and boat, unless a private arrangement has been booked.

• Breakfasts, packed fishing lunches and dinners throughout the hosted itinerary.

• Drinking water, soft drinks, snacks and a reasonable allowance of beer, wine and spirits.

Sunday is not a professionally guided fishing day. Guests may fish accessible water independently, explore Aitutaki, go diving or arrange another lagoon activity.

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED

The fare does not include:

• International flights to and from Rarotonga.

• The Aitutaki fishing license, which is paid locally.

• Comprehensive travel insurance or emergency medical-evacuation cover.

• Personal fishing tackle, clothing and equipment.

• Optional diving, sightseeing, offshore fishing or other activities.

• Specialist tackle or equipment obtained on your behalf.

• Additional transfers, itinerary changes or arrangements outside the published program.

• Premium alcoholic beverages or consumption beyond the included allowance.

• Any departure tax or government charge introduced or applicable at the time of travel.

• Gratuities for guides, boat operators or hospitality staff.

Gratuities are not compulsory. Guests who wish to recognize exceptional service should bring suitable New Zealand dollar cash denominations.

FLIGHTS, ENTRY AND TRANSFERS

International guests reach Rarotonga before taking the approximately 45- to 50-minute Air Rarotonga flight to Aitutaki. US travelers can use the weekly direct Honolulu–Rarotonga service. Honolulu and the Cook Islands share the same UTC−10 time zone, so this route does not involve the International Date Line date change familiar to Christmas Island anglers. New Zealand and Australian guests normally connect through Auckland.

International flights are not included, but the return Rarotonga–Aitutaki flights and the scheduled local transfers described above are part of the hosted fare. Airline schedules and transfer times remain subject to confirmation. Please do not purchase international or connecting flights until Isolation Outfitters has reviewed and approved the complete route.

Every guest is responsible for holding a valid passport and satisfying the Cook Islands, airline, transit-country and return-country entry requirements in force at the time of travel. We provide practical flight and transfer guidance, but official government and airline requirements take precedence.

PREPARATION AND EMERGENCY SUPPORT

You do not need to be an expert saltwater fly angler, and assistance is available from the host and local guides. Proficient casting remains essential. Anglers should be able to present bonefish flies accurately in wind with a 7- to 9-weight single-handed rod. Those intending to target giant trevally should be comfortable handling a 10- to 12-weight outfit.

April conditions are warm and tropical, with strong sun, wind and brief rain showers all possible. Bring secure flats footwear, polarized glasses, reef-safe sunscreen, SPF lip balm, sun-protective clothing, a Buff, gloves, a wide-brimmed hat, a spare cap and a light rain jacket. Cold drinking water is carried during guided fishing days, but every angler must remain attentive to hydration.

Starlink is available at the accommodation. Vodafone provides local cellular service, and current SIM or eSIM options can be checked on arrival at Rarotonga Airport. Isolation Outfitters carries a Garmin inReach Mini 2 and Personal Locator Beacon, while the guides use VHF radios on the lagoon.

Comprehensive travel insurance and appropriate emergency medical-evacuation cover are compulsory. In a serious emergency, Isolation Outfitters can contact Global Rescue or your nominated evacuation provider and assist with coordinating transport to Rarotonga and onward to the nearest suitable medical facility.

BOOKING, PAYMENT AND NEXT STEPS

1. Contact Isolation Outfitters with your preferred room and guiding arrangement, departure airport, saltwater experience and any additional travel requirements.

2. We will confirm availability, discuss the trip with you and provide the detailed Aitutaki information pack, including the itinerary, flight and transfer notes, tackle and fly recommendations, packing list, insurance guidance, currency advice and optional activities.

3. A 50% deposit confirms your reservation. Once that deposit has cleared, the confirmed trip fare shown on your invoice is fixed. Payment of the deposit constitutes acceptance of our terms and conditions.

4. The remaining balance is due 90 days before the trip begins. Proof of the required travel and emergency medical-evacuation insurance must also be supplied at this stage.

Payment may be made in US dollars to our US or New Zealand bank account, or by major credit card using a secure payment link. Australian and New Zealand guests may request an invoice in New Zealand dollars using the agreed exchange rate at the time of booking. Guests may be invoiced separately or together. Optional travel, itinerary changes or specialist equipment arranged on request will be invoiced separately and must be paid before departure.

For the broader overview of the lagoon, target species, accommodation, seasons and independent travel, read our Aitutaki fly-fishing destination guide. This Hosted Trip page remains the authoritative source for the dates, rates, itinerary and booking terms of the April 2027 departure.