O'otu Beach
O'otu
A long white-sand beach on O'otu Peninsula on the east side of the main island. The calm, shallow lagoon is ideal for swimming, paddling and watching the sunset.
O'otu Beach lies on O'otu Peninsula next to the airport and faces the lagoon. Its long sandy shore and shallow, calm water make it the most popular beach on the main island, and at low tide you can wade out a long way. Nearby are resorts and beach bars, and it is also the starting point for many lagoon cruises and kayak rentals. Entry is free. It is about 10 minutes by electric scooter from Arutanga. Be aware that currents can be strong at the lagoon exit, so do not swim far alone.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Punarei Cultural Village
- Maungapu Lookout
- Giant Clam Conservation (Aitutaki Marine Research Centre)
- Arutanga & CICC Church
- Aitutaki Lagoon
- Akaiami
- Moturakau
- Black Rock