The Best Car Rentals in Aitutaki: The Top Car Rental Companies

Offering affordable car rentals from Ootu Beach, Popoara Rentals is a long-established Aitutaki business that has been operating for more than 20 years. With around ten vehicles ranging from small hatchbacks to larger six to seven-seaters, it’s a convenient option for travellers staying around Ootu Beach and elsewhere on the island.

Pick-Up and Drop-Off Locations

Popoara Ocean Breeze Villas at Ootu Beach. Delivery/drop-off is available anywhere on Aitutaki.

Vehicles Available

Vehicles offered by Popoara Rentals include scooters, small cars, medium cars and a people-mover. Vehicles have automatic transmission.

• Toyota Ractis
• Toyota Estima
• Nissan Hatchback

Approximate Price

Prices are subject to change. Cars with Popoara Rentals cost approximately NZ$90 per day.

Insurance

A bond is taken for all vehicle rentals. A pre-authorisation (block) of your credit/debit card is held until the vehicle is returned: NZ$1,000 for cars, plus NZ$50 for petrol. Third-party liability and injury are covered, while damage caused to the rental vehicle by the driver is the driver's responsibility.

If you're looking for a reliable set of wheels on Aitutaki, Aitutaki Car & Bike Hire is well worth considering. They offer a tidy fleet of vehicles, generally from 2014 or later, so you'll be cruising the island in style (and comfort)!

From zippy scooters to roomy SUVs, they've got you covered. Note that a 4% credit card fee and a NZ$10 administration fee apply to bookings.

Pick-Up and Drop-Off Locations

Their main office is located in Ureia. They can deliver to the airport for NZ$20 or to your accommodation for NZ$10.

Vehicles Available

Aitutaki Car & Bike Hire offers a variety of options to suit your needs:

• Nissan Serena
• Nissan Navara 4WD
• Nissan Qashqai
• Hyundai i45
• Yamaha Xeon or Yamaha Mio

Inclusions

• Multiple drivers (18+ years old)
• Booster seats
• Child seats
• Helmets (for scooter hire)
• Unlimited kilometres
• Basic insurance
• Roadside assistance

Approximate Price

Prices are subject to change. Aitutaki Car & Bike Hire offers daily rentals: scooters and motorbikes at $30, compact cars at $75, executive cars and SUVs at $100, and trucks or people movers at $110.

Insurance

Their standard insurance comes with a NZ$5,000 excess, but for an additional NZ$13 per day, you can significantly reduce it.

Aitutaki's ultimate entrepreneur, the Aquila company, not only operates a convenience store, takeaway, and airport cafe, but also provides vehicles for hire. Aquila Rentals offers some of the most affordable car rentals in Aitutaki, ranging from small cars to people movers.

See more affordable rentals across the islands in The Cheapest Car Rentals in Rarotonga & the Cook Islands.

Pick-Up and Drop-Off Locations

Aquila Rentals and Store is on the main road in Amuri. Delivery/drop-off is available anywhere on Aitutaki.

Vehicles Available

Vehicles offered by Aquila Rentals include small cars, medium-sized cars, and people movers. Vehicles have an automatic transmission.

• Nissan Note
• Honda Fitz
• Toyota Voxy.

Inclusions

• One driver (18+ years old)
• Basic insurance
• Unlimited kilometres.

Approximate Price

Prices are subject to change. Cars with Aquila Rentals cost approximately NZ$60-$70 per day, and the people mover costs NZ$70-$80 per day.

Insurance

A bond is taken for all vehicle rentals. A pre-authorisation (block) of your credit/debit card is held until the vehicle is returned. Insurance excess is NZ$1,000 for each claim in respect to any and all damage, theft and any losses sustained by the vehicle.

For hassle-free car hire in Aitutaki, look no further than Tupa Transport. This trusted local business offers a range of vehicles to suit your island adventures, from compact cars perfect for beachside café hopping to rugged 4WDs for off-the-beaten-track exploration.

Every vehicle comes with air conditioning to keep you cool under Aitutaki's tropical sun. Booking is a breeze with their streamlined online process, ensuring your wheels are ready upon arrival.

Pick-Up and Drop-Off Locations

Tupa Transport offers vehicle rentals with free pickup and return when you collect from their office in Arutanga. Delivery to the airport or your accommodation is available for a NZ$10 one-way fee.

Vehicles Available

Vehicles offered by Tupa Transport include compact cars, mini trucks, vans and minivans.

• Suzuki Swift
• Kia Rio
• Honda Jazz
• Suzuki Carry
• Mazda Scrum
• Toyota Hiace
• Nissan Caravan
• Kia Carnival
• Mazda Premacy
• Nissan Serena

Inclusions

• One driver (18+ years old)
• Basic insurance (NZ$2000 bond)
• Unlimited kilometres.

Approximate Price

Prices are subject to change. Mini trucks with Tupa Transport cost approximately NZ$100 per day, NZ$120 per day for a compact car, NZ$140 per day for a minivan, and NZ$200 per day for a van.

Insurance

They offer three options for protection and coverage: a free plan with a NZ$2000 bond, a NZ$28.75 per day plan with a NZ$1000 bond, and a NZ$57.50 per day plan with no bond required.

Boasting the largest fleet of rental cars, scooters and even bicycles in Aitutaki, Rino's Rentals is an easy go-to for your rental car. Stay at their accommodation, Rino's Bungalows (see 10 Best Family Resorts & Accommodations on Aitutaki), and you'll get a bit of a discount.

They also have vehicles ready to go at the Pacific Resort Aitutaki.

Pick-Up and Drop-Off Locations

Rino's Rentals on the main road in Ureia, as well as at the Pacific Resort Aitutaki. Delivery/drop-off is available anywhere on Aitutaki. Airport delivery is for cars only.

Vehicles Available

Vehicles offered by Rino's Rentals include small cars, people movers, scooters, and bicycles. Vehicles typically have automatic transmissions, while scooters often have semi-automatic transmissions.

• Suzuki Swift
• Mitsubishi Colt
• Toyota Voxy
• Yamaha scooters.

Approximate Price

Prices are subject to change. Cars with Rino's Rentals cost approximately NZ$70-$80 per day, while scooters cost NZ$25-$35 per day, and bicycles start from NZ$15. Note that Rino's has regular three-day deals and discounts in the low season. Guests at Rino's Bungalows get a NZ$5 discount on the daily rate of scooters and a NZ$10 discount on the daily rate of cars.

Insurance

A bond is taken for all vehicle rentals. A pre-authorisation (block) of your credit/debit card is held until the vehicle is returned.

Based at the budget accommodation, Ranginui's Retreat, this rental car company offers a Nissan Note five-seater car, as well as a small selection of scooters with the rare inclusion of helmets! Guests at their accommodation receive a discount.

Pick-Up and Drop-Off Locations

Ranginui's Retreat at Ootu Beach. Delivery/drop-off is available anywhere on Aitutaki.

Vehicles Available

Vehicles offered by Ranginui's Retreat include small cars and scooters. Vehicles have an automatic transmission.

• Nissan Note
• Scooters (helmets available).

Insurance

A bond is taken for all vehicle rentals. A pre-authorisation (block) of your credit/debit card is held until the vehicle is returned.