Tourism and Migration Statistics is a monthly publication of the number of travelers crossing our border, both visitors and residents. Tourism and Migration Statistics is released every month on the number of travelers crossing our border, both visitors and residents. The source of this information is from arrival and departure cards completed by every passenger arriving and departing the Cook Islands.

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Tourism and Migration Statistics – July 2026

Tourism and Migration Statistics – July 2026

Key Facts The Cook Islands' peak tourism period commenced strongly in July 2026, with total inbound arrivals reaching 23,060. This total figure includes 21,728 visitors representing a 13.1 percent month-on-month increase from June 2026 alongside 1,332 returning...

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Tourism and Migration Statistics – June 2026

Tourism and Migration Statistics – June 2026

Key Facts Total arrivals to the Cook Islands reached 20,548 in June 2026, comprising of 19,218 visitors and 1,330 returning residents and permit holders. Visitor numbers increased by 11.2 percent from May 2026, marking a strong start to the travel season. The islands...

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Tourism and Migration Statistics – May 2026

Tourism and Migration Statistics – May 2026

Key Facts Total arrivals to the Cook Islands reached 18,755 in May 2026, comprising of 17,285 visitors and 1,470 returning residents and permit holders. Visitor numbers increased by 7.5 percent from April 2026, marking a strong start to the travel season. The islands...

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Tourism and Migration Statistics – April 2026

Tourism and Migration Statistics – April 2026

Key Facts Total arrivals to the Cook Islands reached 17,579 in April 2026, comprising 16,076 visitors and 1,503 returning residents or permit holders. Visitor numbers surged 38.7 percent from March, marking a strong start to the travel season. The islands usually see...

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Tourism and Migration Statistics – March 2026

Tourism and Migration Statistics – March 2026

Key Facts In March 2026, Cook Islands saw 13,129 total arrivals, with 11,594 visitors and 1,535 returning Cook Islanders and work permit holders. 34.1 percent increase in visitor arrivals from February to March 2026 suggests a strong start to the travel season. The...

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Tourism and Migration Statistics – February 2026

Tourism and Migration Statistics – February 2026

Key Facts In February 2026, Cook Islands saw 10,149 total arrivals, with 8,649 visitors and 1,500 returning Cook Islanders and work permit holders. Visitor arrivals decreased by 26.2 percent compared to January 2026. Peak months are typically May to October, which...

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Tourism and Migration Statistics – January 2026

Tourism and Migration Statistics – January 2026

Key Facts In January 2026, Cook Islands saw 13,681 total arrivals, with 11,717 visitors and 1,964 returning Cook Islanders and work permit holders. Visitor arrivals decreased by 23.7 percent compared to December 2025. Peak months are typically May to October, which...

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Tourism and Migration Statistics – December 2025

Tourism and Migration Statistics – December 2025

Key Facts In December 2025, Cook Islands saw 16,807 total arrivals, with 15,361 visitors and 1,446 returning Cook Islanders and work permit holders. Visitor arrivals slightly increased by 0.7 percent compared to November 2025. Peak months are typically May to October,...

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Tourism and Migration Statistics – November 2025

Tourism and Migration Statistics – November 2025

Key Facts In November 2025, Cook Islands saw 16,828 total arrivals, with 15,255 visitors and 1,573 returning Cook Islanders and work permit holders. Visitor arrivals decreased by 17.6 percent compared to October 2025. Peak months are typically May to October, which...

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Tourism and Migration Statistics – October 2025

Tourism and Migration Statistics – October 2025

Key Facts In October 2025, Cook Islands saw 20,127 total arrivals, with 18,508 visitors and 1,619 returning Cook Islanders and work permit holders. Visitor arrivals increased by 0.3 percent compared to September 2025. Peak months are typically May to October, which...

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