Discover Pitcairn Island

The twenty-eight settlers on lonely Pitcairn Island had to make the most of their new home, in spite of friction and isolation. Ultimately, the survival of this rare culture relied upon the islanders’ resourcefulness, kind moral code and sense of community responsibility.

In 1856 the entire Pitcairn Island population relocated to Norfolk Island, though small groups of homesick islanders returned to Pitcairn in 1858 and 1864. Under their care the island once again flourished with productivity, and the Pitcairners continued to share their amazing legacy with the wider world. Those travellers onboard passing ships have glanced briefly at life on Pitcairn - with a handcrafted souvenir to prove it – though the true Pitcairn experience has been the privilege of few.

As the island opens itself up to share with visitors, it presents an opportunity of a lifetime: travel which is authentic, unique, historic and inspiring. The multi-skilled owners of the homestays are exceptional tour guides, cooks and historians, and with gardening, bee keeping, carving, cooking, tapa cloth making, fishing, domestic chores, family life and much more, no two days are the same on this industrious little island. With quad bikes and 4 wheel drive vehicles as the main means of transportation and electricity available only between 7.00am – 10.00pm, Pitcairn Island is a true escape from a busy world, a fulfilling respite for any world-weary traveller.