Tapere of Rutaki Travel Guide

Rarotonga

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Popular places to visit

Muri Beach which includes 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
Muri Lagoon

Muri Lagoon

5/5(5 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Muri Lagoon during your travels in Rarotonga. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its seafood restaurants.

Muri Lagoon
Aro\'a Beach featuring a sandy beach as well as a couple

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
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
Tikioki Marine Sanctuary which includes 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
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

฿2,209
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling
Panoramic view of the Cook Island beaches

Private Ocean & Earth Tour

฿5,782
per adult
Private Ocean & Earth Tour
Tpour bus in Cook Islands

Island Discovery Tour by Island Hopper Vacations

฿1,681
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Island Discovery Tour by Island Hopper Vacations
Native in the Cook Islands

Private Myths & Legends Tour

฿5,782
per adult
Private Myths & Legends Tour
Ready to head off

'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim

฿2,670
per adult
'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim
Tourists having fun on the Cook Islands

Private Arts & Crafts Tour with Lunch

฿5,690
per adult
Private Arts & Crafts Tour with Lunch
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Top hotels in Tapere of Rutaki

Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape
Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape
3.5 out of 5
Ara Tapu Road, Vaimaanga Titikaveka, Rarotonga
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Wigmore's Waterfall ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (77 reviews)
"Really beautiful gardens, so nice to relax in. Never felt crowded despite being consistently full. Owners very generous and helpful. Let us borrow snorkel gear, bikes, and gave great advice. Free wifi. Well located near a great supermarket, some incredible snorkel locations and some good food options. ..."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2024

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Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
3.5 out of 5
Avarua, Rarotonga
The price is ฿6,442 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
฿6,442
฿7,408 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Sound transfer between floors was not good. Very friendly room makeup staff. Car tended to scrape cement close to laundry. Enjoyed our time there."

Reviewed on 15 Apr 2025

The Edgewater Resort & Spa
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
3 out of 5
Ara Tapu, Avarua, Rarotonga
The price is ฿4,067 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
฿4,067
฿4,677 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 3-star beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (999 reviews)
"Beautiful stay! The drinks and music by the pool was a vibe, breakfast and lunch especially was delicious. The raw fish and prawns was so tasty. The staff at the pool bar were amazing and so friendly. All the staff were beautiful. The rooms were standard but the vibe was vibing."

Reviewed on 14 Apr 2025

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
4 out of 5
Aroa Beach Marine Reserve, Arorangi, Ara Tapu Rd, Rarotonga
The price is ฿6,493 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
฿6,493
฿7,467 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
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! (421 reviews)
"Everything was wonderful staff were so friendly and warm. I felt cared for and every need was met. Food was awesome at yhe breakfast. Resort activities wrre great, kids were catered for well. Will definately be going back."

Reviewed on 12 Apr 2025

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
The Islander Hotel
The Islander Hotel
3 out of 5
Main Road, Panama, Rarotonga
The price is ฿4,967 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
฿4,967
฿5,712 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (429 reviews)
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Reviewed on 15 Apr 2025

The Islander Hotel
Crown Beach Resort & Spa
Crown Beach Resort & Spa
4.5 out of 5
Rarotonga Ring-Road, Arorangi, Sunset Coast Rarotonga, Rarotonga
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (192 reviews)
"A great place to stay. Friendly, helpful staff. Very clean and well cared for"

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2025

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Crown Beach Resort & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Tapere of Rutaki

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Tapere of Vaimaanga

Travellers like the museums in Tapere of Vaimaanga, and Wigmore's Waterfall is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Tapere of Vaimaanga
Arorangi featuring 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
Ngatangiia

Takitumu District

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

Takitumu District
Rarotonga featuring a waterfall and a pond

Takuvaine Tapere

While visiting Takuvaine Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Cook Islands Library and Museum and Cook Island Christian Church.

Takuvaine Tapere
Avarua showing a bay or harbour and mountains

Avarua

4/5(1 area review)

Beaches, snorkelling and bars are just a few things travellers enjoy about Avarua. Check out Cook Islands Library and Museum or Cook Island Christian Church while you're exploring the area.

Avarua
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Turangi Tapere

4/5(1 area review)

While Turangi Tapere isn't home to many top sights, Muri Beach and Te Vara Nui Village are some notable places to visit nearby.

Turangi Tapere

Tapere of Rutaki Travel Guide