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 residents and permit holders.

Historically, the nation experiences its highest volume of traveler traffic between May and October, aligning with the Southern Hemisphere winter.

The majority of visitor arrivals came from New Zealand with 67.9 percent, followed by Australia with 22.6 percent, USA 3.4 percent, and Europe 3.2 percent.

Total resident departures increased by 67.7 percent this July 2026 (1,684), when compared to June 2026 (1,004)