Cook Islands Map - Manihiki Resorts, Travel and Accommodation | Friday, January 9, 2009 |
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THINGS TO SEE AND DO MANIHIKI - Humphrey Island Manihiki was discovered in 1822 by Americans and was known to passing traders from both sides of the Pacific Ocean as the island of beautiful people over the past four centuries. The lagoon of the small sister Island Rakahanga Atoll is dotted with 25 islets in the central lagoon, which is most unusual for Pacific atolls. In recent years, the economic growth and wealth of the island is attributed to pearl farming. Tourism has increased over the past few years even though Rarotonga is over 750 miles away. Underwater sports attract many, with brilliantly coloured fish in the lagoon and nearly 40 coral islets to explore offshore. The required diving permit is avaible from the administrative centre. A local airline flies once a week from Rarotonga and the friendly natives greet every arrival. |
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