Taunganui Harbour
Taunganui
A small harbour carved out of the coral reef on the northwest of the island, with deep blue, clear water that is the most popular spot for swimming and snorkelling.
Taunganui is Atiu's only cargo wharf. It was blasted out of the reef flats, and its basin has deep blue water with excellent clarity. When no boats are in, you can swim and snorkel among tropical fish inside the harbour. It is also a good place to watch the sunset. Be careful: outside the harbour is open ocean, and when swells are large, do not go beyond the harbour mouth. Swimming is banned on days when cargo ships are berthed. It is about 15 minutes' bike ride from the airport or the villages. There are no shops nearby, so bring your own water.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Orongo Marae
- Oravaru Beach
- Taungaroro Beach
- Tumunu Bush Beer Club
- Atiu Coffee Factory
- Lake Tiroto
- Rimarau Burial Cave
- Anatakitaki Cave