The Cook Islands travel bubble is due to open on May the 17th - subject to a final set of criteria being met.
The announcement was made by the prime ministers of both countries - Jacinda Ardern and Mark Brown - on Monday afternoon.
It means people will be able to travel between the two countries quarantine free.
Our reporter Jamie Tahana has the details.
Locals only - island environments like this popular swimming spot on Rarotonga are becoming lush with life and colour thanks to the tourism shutdown. Photo: D.Fisher
