RUR → RMT

Rurutu Makatea Cliffs

Dramatic ancient coral cliffs rising sharply from the ocean surface visible immediately after takeoff.

Whale Watching Zone

Prime spotting area for humpback whales breaching in the deep blue during the July to October season.

Rimatara Lagoon

The bright turquoise transition from the deep ocean to the shallow reef as you approach the island.

Deep Pacific Blue

Expansive views of the remote Austral archipelago's pristine and crystalline waters.

Mount Manureva

The lush, volcanic summit of Rurutu island visible shortly after takeoff from the northern runway.

Mo'erai Settlement

The quaint main village of Rurutu nestled between the steep mountains and the crashing surf.

Rimatara Forest

The dense tropical canopy that serves as the habitat for the rare and endemic Kuhl's Lorikeet.

Rimatara Runway Approach

A low-altitude view of the small island's northern coastline during the final descent into the airport.