Title: One Foot Island Beach in Tekopua - Tours and Activities | Expedia.ca

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# One Foot Island Beach Tours and Activities

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## Visit One Foot Island Beach

Activities

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#### Escape from the modern world to a tropical beach that has been identified as one of the best in Australasia.

One Foot Island Beach is the highlight of a pristine islet with a rare natural beauty. This picturesque beach has won the World Travel Award for the best beach in Australasia. It is breathtaking in its idyllic landscape, powdery white sand, warm azure water and swaying palm and coconut trees.

Learn about the legend of how the island earned its name. A chief, who had forbade his subjects from fishing here, saw a man and his son fishing from the rocks. The chief ordered their death and they fled to the island and hid in a coconut tree. When the father was captured, he swore he was the only one who had been fishing. After a long, fruitless search, the chief decided that it was just the rocks they had seen. The father was killed and the son was left wandering the island alone. Since then it has been known as Tapuaetai, which means footprint.

Sail to the islet from Aitutaki to lounge on the white sand. Pack a tropical picnic, read your favorite book or listen to a playlist of relaxing beach tunes on your headphones. Slip into the warm waters, frolic in the waves and look out at the brilliant views of the Aitutaki lagoon.

Take a day cruise with a catered lunch, wade across the sandbar to the nearby islands at low tide or put on snorkeling gear and drift along with the currents as you watch tropical fish darting about. Discover an abundance of magnificent marine life while scuba diving on the reef.

Notice the buildings on the islet. One is the charming post office, where you can have your passport stamped.

One Foot Island Beach is accessible by boat from Aitutaki and is separated from Tekopua by a deep-water channel filled with colorful fish. Aitutaki is a 45-minute flight from Rarotonga plan extra time to enjoy its coral reefs as well.

## Plan a trip to see One Foot Island Beach

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### Resort Tava'e

CA $3,123

per person

Mar 28 - Apr 3

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Christchurch (CHC) to Aitutaki (AIT)

9.8/10 Exceptional! (71 reviews)

We stayed here before the Christmas holiday. Many places were closed around the island and we were trying to go diving. Reception tried over and over to help us schedule a dive. Their efforts were incredible! They also made renting a scooter super easy. The entire staff was amazing! Kind, sincere, helpful and caring. The breakfast buffet was top-notch and their pizza was pretty good, too. We attended Island night on Tuesday and it was fantastic! The entire facility is clean and beautiful and we would love to come back someday. Thank you for everything!

Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025

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### Aitutaki Lagoon Private Island Resort - Adults Only

CA $4,842

per person

Mar 28 - Apr 3

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Christchurch (CHC) to Aitutaki (AIT)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (125 reviews)

Staff was all very welcoming greeted me by name, my bungalow was well appointed and the view was amazing

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

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### Etu Moana Boutique Beach Villas - Adults Only

CA $3,595

per person

Mar 28 - Apr 3

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Christchurch (CHC) to Aitutaki (AIT)

9.8/10 Exceptional! (66 reviews)

A beautiful boutique complex of 8 villas in the best area of Aitutaki. Our villa had lovely views and everything we needed to enjoy our stay. The staff were so welcoming, helpful and knowledgeable, giving us advice and information about local places of interest and activities. We chose Etu Moana for its focus on sustainability and personal service. Highly recommend.

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025

### Popular places to visit

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#### Akitua Island

Relax in a luxury bungalow on a remote islet where a blue lagoon and an untouched reef teeming with tropical fish are close and convenient.

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#### Ootu Beach

5/5(4 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Ootu Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Aitutaki. You can seek out the snorkeling spots and biking trails in this relaxing area. 

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#### Vaipae Church

After visiting Vaipae Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Aitutaki. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area. 

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#### Arutanga Harbour

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Arutanga with a trip to Arutanga Harbour. Wander the beautiful beaches in this romantic area. 

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#### Maungapu

5/5(1 review)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Maungapu during your travels in Aitutaki. Wander the beautiful beaches in this romantic area. 

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#### Aitutaki Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Aitutaki at Aitutaki Golf Club. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. 

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