Tapere of Vaimaanga

Rarotonga

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Popular places to visit

Muri Beach showing tropical scenes

Muri Beach

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Stretch out comfortably on the bone-white beach while watching the sunrise over Rarotonga’s popular lagoon.

Muri Beach
Aro\'a Beach featuring a sandy beach as well as an individual male

Aroa Beach

5/5(2 reviews)

Leave the bustle of the modern world behind and lounge on stretches of powdery white sand with the transparent Pacific Ocean at your fingertips.

Aroa Beach
Muri Lagoon

Muri Lagoon

5/5(5 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Muri Lagoon during your travels in Rarotonga. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Muri Lagoon
Tikioki Marine Sanctuary featuring tropical scenes and a sandy beach

Tikioki Marine Sanctuary

4/5(1 review)

Swim with multi-colored fish or spend hours on a stretch of powdery white beach at one of Rarotonga's best coastal spots. Dive around nearby shipwrecks.

Tikioki Marine Sanctuary
Te Vara Nui Village as well as a large group of people

Te Vara Nui Village

Join an interactive experience to appreciate the authentic educational and entertaining story of Cook Islands’ culture.

Te Vara Nui Village
Rarotonga which includes interior views

Cook Islands Library and Museum

5/5(1 review)

Through art and literature, learn about the history and traditions of the Cook Islands in a library and museum run by friendly local residents.

Cook Islands Library and Museum

Things to do

Snorkelling from the glass bottom boat

Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling

€57
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling
Ready to head off

'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim

€69
per adult
'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim
Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure

Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure

€94
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure
Eco Friendly Sea Scooter Turtle Tour in Rarotonga

Eco Friendly Sea Scooter Turtle Tour in Rarotonga

€89
per adult
Eco Friendly Sea Scooter Turtle Tour in Rarotonga
'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch

'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch

€59
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch
A Turtle Tour on Rarotonga - small groups, premium experience

A Turtle Tour on Rarotonga - small groups, premium experience

€96
per adult
A Turtle Tour on Rarotonga - small groups, premium experience
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Top hotels in Tapere of Vaimaanga

Inn Land Inn

Inn Land Inn

3.5 out of 5
Rarotonga, Rarotonga
Stay at this 3.5-star vacation home in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Aroa Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
"Beautiful home. Well equipped, immaculately clean. Outside furniture abit dated. Nice quiet, private location. Neighbors are all friendly, close to the beach and walking distance to the shops. Very afforable. Can't wait to come back. Thank you."

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2025

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Inn Land Inn
Capture the view, hear the waves -TepaeruVista

Capture the view, hear the waves -TepaeruVista

Vaimaanga
Stay at this vacation home in Rarotonga. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Aroa Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
"The views are fantastic. Although you have elevated views, it is a short manageable walk to the beach. My 19 year-old daughter walked to the beach regularly accompanied by Rex the dog and who swam with her. She felt very safe. The home is very close to Wigmore’s a 24 hour petrol station and small ..."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

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Capture the view, hear the waves -TepaeruVista
The Edgewater Resort & Spa

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

3.5 out of 5
Avarua, Rarotonga
The price is €132 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
€132
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

The Edgewater Resort & Spa
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

4 out of 5
Aroa Beach Marine Reserve, Arorangi, Ara Tapu Rd, Rarotonga
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants, and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the family amenities ...
8/10 Very Good! (471 reviews)
"Family friendly. Amazing lagoon filled with so much sea life. Staff were absolutely phenomenal. Rooms are a little outdated and small, but we were only in them to sleep."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

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The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

3 out of 5
Ara Tapu, Avarua, Rarotonga
The price is €120 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
€120
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Bring ear plugs, there are many, many roosters on the island. Deco is tired but good beds and good A/C. Only some rooms with TVs despite pictures, but only 1 (local) channel anyway, apparently multi-channel TVs are on the way, which suggests more reinvesting is happening which is great. Wonderful ..."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only

Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only

4 out of 5
Aroa Beach & Marine Reserve, Rarotonga
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (436 reviews)
"Incredibly friendly staff. Excellent location with the beach/ reef right there. Great food/ cocktails."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

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Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only
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Other neighbourhoods around Tapere of Vaimaanga

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Tapere of Rutaki

5/5(1 area review)

Beaches, snorkelling and restaurants highlight some of the notable features of Tapere of Rutaki. Make a stop by Aroa Beach while you're exploring.

Tapere of Rutaki
Ngatangiia

Takitumu District

While visiting Takitumu District, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets.

Takitumu District
Arorangi which includes kayaking or canoeing and general coastal views

Arorangi

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Arorangi is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Aroa Beach and Black Rock.

Arorangi
Rarotonga showing a pond and a waterfall

Takuvaine Tapere

While visiting Takuvaine Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Cook Islands Library and Museum and Arai-Te-Tonga.

Takuvaine Tapere
Titikaveka showing tranquil scenes

Tapere of Titikaveka

5/5(4 area reviews)

Tapere of Titikaveka is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Muri Beach and Tikioki Marine Sanctuary while you're in town.

Tapere of Titikaveka
Titikaveka showing signage

Akapuao Tapere

If you're spending some time in Akapuao Tapere, Tikioki Beach and Maire Nui Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

Akapuao Tapere

Tapere of Vaimaanga

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