Akapuao Tapere Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Akapuao Tapere
Popular places to visit
Maire Nui Botanical Gardens
Enjoy a stroll around these colorful, tropical flower-filled gardens followed by a lunch featuring fresh garden produce in the on-site café.
Muri Beach
Stretch out comfortably on the bone-white beach while watching the sunrise over Rarotonga’s popular lagoon.
Muri Lagoon
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.
Aroa Beach
Leave the bustle of the modern world behind and lounge on stretches of powdery white sand with the transparent Pacific Ocean at your fingertips.
Tikioki Marine Sanctuary
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.
Cook Islands Library and Museum
Through art and literature, learn about the history and traditions of the Cook Islands in a library and museum run by friendly local residents.
Activities
Island Discovery Tour by Island Hopper Vacations
'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim
Cook Islands Turtle and Ray Tour
'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch
Ariki Adventures: Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure
Eco Friendly Sea Scooter Turtle Tour in Rarotonga
Our pick of the best Akapuao Tapere Hotel Deals
Little Polynesian Resort
This place is a treasure! Amazing staff. Bungalows right on the water. Beautiful sunrises and sunsets. And delicious food. What a brilliant way to end our vacation 😁
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Raina Holiday Accommodation
It totally served the purpose. Clean and tidy, friendly staff, and an excellent location. Not only just over the road from the beach, but a very popular restaurant was only a short walk away. We would go back again to Raina Holiday accommodation.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Natura Lagoon Bungalow 2
Efficient air conditioning and excellent free wifi. Stunning beach, hardly anyone else on the beach. Great snorkeling in the ocean. Charlies Bar, walking distance along the beach, less than 5 minutes. Great property maintence and house keeping every free days. Perfect for relaxing holiday.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Lyas Bungalow 2 - The best snorkeling across the road
Lovely stay and Charlie’s is literally metres away. Great snorkeling every day regardless of weather.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Lyas Holiday Home - 20 metres from a stunning beach
Nice, simple house. Clean and great location.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
Super clean room and facilities. The staff were incredibly helpful and kind. Excellent food at the restaurant. Perfect location! Can’t say anything bad :)
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Akapuao Tapere
Tapere of Titikaveka
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.
Takitumu District
While visiting Takitumu District, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets.
Areiti Tapere
While visiting Areiti Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets.
Muri
While visiting Muri, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets.
Turangi Tapere
While Turangi Tapere isn't home to many top sights, Muri Beach and Te Vara Nui Village are some notable places to visit nearby.
Matavera
Some popular features of Matavera include its beaches and snorkelling. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Arai-Te-Tonga or Muri Beach are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
