Reuse it next trip
Already have eSIM BFF from another country? Just add a Cook Islands package — no new install.
eSIM for the Cook Islands
🇨🇰 Cook Islands eSIM from LRD 940.80
Rarotonga is LTE around the ring road. Aitutaki is town-only; the lagoon motus are offline. You land connected on Vodafone, then top up anytime on the same eSIM.
- LTE
- 30 days from first connection
- Hotspot included
- Tax included
Plans & prices
Cook Islands eSIM data plans — tax included
All Cook Islands plans run 30 days from the moment you first connect. Prices below are indicative until we open orders.
Most popular
5 GB
LRD 1,900.80
LRD 380.16 per GB · indicative
- 30 days
- Hotspot included
- Top up anytime
Indicative prices in USD, tax included when we sell. Data-only eSIM — your home number keeps working for calls and SMS.
Coverage in Cook Islands
Which networks does the Cook Islands eSIM use?
Your eSIM roams on Vodafone, the largest network in the Cook Islands. Expect LTE across the Cook Islands; 5G is not yet offered to roaming profiles here.
Good to know before you go
- A New Zealand eSIM does not roam here.
Top up at 0 GB
Our dashboard loads without data. Run out in Avarua and you can still buy more.
Family-friendly
Order several Cook Islands eSIMs at once. Each traveler scans their own QR code.
No app required
Install from email. Manage the Cook Islands package from the dashboard — it loads at 0 GB.
Best eSIM for the Cook Islands
Best eSIM for the Cook Islands in 2026
People searching “Cook Islands eSIM”, “eSIM Cook Islands” or “best eSIM for the Cook Islands” want the same thing: data on Vodafone without an airport queue.
For a typical trip to Avarua the useful pick is a prepaid 5 GB plan at LRD 1,900.80, 30 days from first connection, hotspot on. That is the eSIM BFF Cook Islands package. You install the profile once; the next country is a top-up, not a new eSIM.
| If you care about | Pick |
|---|---|
| One profile for this trip and the next | eSIM BFF — same eSIM, new Cook Islands package |
| A huge marketplace / app | Airalo — usually a fresh country eSIM |
| Unlimited days, not gigabytes | Holafly — priced per day, hotspot often limited |
| Networks in the Cook Islands | Vodafone · LTE |
Also see prepaid eSIM and eSIM vs physical SIM.
How to get online
Setting up your Cook Islands eSIM in three steps
- 01
Buy before you fly
Choose a plan above. The QR code and one-tap install link arrive by email within seconds.
- 02
Install on Wi-Fi
Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM, then scan. Turn on Data Roaming for the new line. iPhone guide · Android guide
- 03
Land in the Cook Islands
Switch the line on. Within a minute you see Vodafone in the status bar and your 30 days begin.
FAQ
Cook Islands eSIM questions
How much does an eSIM for the Cook Islands cost?
Plans for the Cook Islands start at LRD 940.80 for 1 GB (30 days). The most popular option is 5 GB for LRD 1,900.80. All prices include tax and there is no activation fee.
Which networks does the Cook Islands eSIM connect to?
Your eSIM roams on Vodafone — the largest network in the Cook Islands. Coverage is LTE/4G across the country.
Do I need to install a new eSIM for the Cook Islands if I already have eSIM BFF?
No. If you already installed eSIM BFF on a previous trip, just buy a Cook Islands package in your dashboard. It attaches to the eSIM you already have and works as soon as you land.
Does the Cook Islands eSIM include a phone number?
It is a data-only eSIM. Your normal number keeps working for calls and SMS through your home SIM, and apps like WhatsApp, FaceTime and Telegram work over the eSIM data. This keeps prices low and setup simple.
Can I use hotspot with the Cook Islands eSIM?
Yes. Tethering is included on every plan, so you can share your Cook Islands data with a laptop or a travel partner.
When should I buy my Cook Islands eSIM?
Buy it before you fly and install it on Wi-Fi at home. The 30-day validity only starts when your phone first connects to a network in the Cook Islands, so buying early costs nothing.
What is the best eSIM for the Cook Islands?
The best Cook Islands eSIM for most travelers is a prepaid data plan on Vodafone that you install once and can top up later. eSIM BFF is built for that: 5 GB is LRD 1,900.80 (tax included), hotspot is on, and the same profile takes the next country. Airalo and Holafly also cover the Cook Islands — Airalo is usually a new country eSIM, Holafly is priced per day. Pick BFF if you want one profile and a GB price; pick Holafly if you truly need unlimited.
Anything I should know about data in the Cook Islands?
A New Zealand eSIM does not roam here.
Nearby
All of Oceania →Traveling on from the Cook Islands?
Same eSIM. Just add a package for the next country.
🇳🇿New Zealand · 5 GBLRD 1,900.80🇵🇫French Polynesia · 5 GBLRD 1,900.80🇼🇸Samoa · 5 GBLRD 1,900.80🇦🇸American Samoa · 5 GBLRD 1,900.80
Visiting several countries? The Oceania regional plan covers Cook Islands and its neighbors on one balance.
Land in the Cook Islands with your BFF already on.
From LRD 940.80 (indicative). Same eSIM next trip.
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