Saragossa Shipwreck

Free Activity

Mangaia, Cook Islands
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Description

Step back in time at the Saragossa Shipwreck, a haunting yet fascinating reminder of Mangaia’s maritime past. The Saragossa met its fate in a fierce storm in 1904, leaving behind rusted machinery, an anchor, and other remnants now fused into the reef. Accessible by a bumpy coastal road or a hike at low tide, this site offers a glimpse into history amid a dramatic coastal setting.

Highlights

  • Historic 1904 shipwreck site
  • Scattered remains, including an anchor and machinery
  • Accessible via coastal road or low-tide hike

Details

South side of Mangaia. Take the coastal road at the eastern end of Tamarua village. The road is approximately 2km (1.2 miles) to the shipwreck.
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