Manureva Aquafest
August 20-24th 2018 - Register Now!!
A five day international watersports festival celebrating the ocean and culture of the Cook Islands
Set in one of the world’s most beautiful lagoons surrounding the South Pacific island of Aitutaki, Manureva Aquafest is hosted by the Cook Islands Kitesurfing Association and is also recognised by Cook Islands Tourism as one of their “Top 3 Signature Events”.
Each year, Manureva Aquafest brings together local and international competitors who showcase the unique conditions of the Aitutaki lagoon – pristine aqua blue water, warm and flat, perfect for freestyle, racing and big air kitesurfing, as well as Oe Vaka outrigger canoe and stand up paddleboard (SUP) races.
Join us in paradise – you’ll be rewarded with the unique experience filled with exhilarating, action packed watersports, blended with the traditions and culture of the Cook Islands. Manureva Aquafest is for anyone with a love for the ocean and ocean sports; making it perfect for participants and spectators to enjoy.
In memory of Tetuatau Leverd
In special honour of our 2014 Manureva Aquafest waterman of the year, we dedicated our 2016 event to Tetuatau Leverd, who sadly passed away in 2015. His love for the ocean and contribution to watersports in the South Pacific inspired all who had the privilege to know him and kite with him. We hope his memory will continue to inspire everyone who visits the Cook Islands.
2015 Highlights Video
Watch all the action from last year
International Guests
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Marc is known as the most ‘Powerful rider” in the world which requires a lot of strength and technical ability. This allows him to successfully attempt huge airs that makes him a crowd favourite time and time again. He wants to use this athleticism to grow his profile on all social media platforms while promoting his sponsors in the most genuine way possible.Marc Jacobs
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Ewan is Australasia’s number one kitesurfing freestyle champion and pro rider for Team Naish. Pushing himself to new levels, Ewan is on a winning streak, recently securing top rankings in the National Kitesurfing League state event, the National Australian/NZ Finals as well as the Victorian State Titles. Ewan has recently been riding and judging in Egypt and France and training in Turkey for the Triple S. Ewan rates Brazil as the best place to train but says: “Aitutaki is also one of my favourite places to ride, the wind may not be quite as relentless as Brazil, but it’s far more beautiful and kiting there is pretty special. Honeymoon Island is a kite paradise, and there aren’t any places in the world I would rather ride.”Ewan Jaspan
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