Tapere of Rutaki Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Daniela da Silva
Photo by Daniela da Silva

Popular places to visit

Muri Beach featuring tropical scenes

Muri Beach

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

Muri Beach
Aro\'a Beach showing a sandy beach as well as a couple

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.

Aroa Beach
Muri 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.

Muri Lagoon
Tikioki Marine Sanctuary featuring tropical scenes and a beach

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.

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 showing interior views

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.

Cook Islands Library and Museum

Activities

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'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim

AU$124
per adult
'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim
Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure

Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure

AU$169
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

AU$160
per adult
Eco Friendly Sea Scooter Turtle Tour in Rarotonga
'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch

'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch

AU$106
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

AU$172
per adult
A Turtle Tour on Rarotonga - small groups, premium experience
An Eagle Ray and Turtle Tour-Small Groups & Photography Included

An Eagle Ray and Turtle Tour-Small Groups & Photography Included

AU$206
per adult
An Eagle Ray and Turtle Tour-Small Groups & Photography Included
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Our pick of the best Tapere of Rutaki Hotel Deals

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 WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Aroa Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (79 reviews)
"Lovely small resort in a quiet area. We enjoyed the outdoor area and bbq. Beach was just across the road and the Island bus picks up just outside the property."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

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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 AU$273 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$273
27 Oct - 28 Oct
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Well priced and very attentive friendly staff."

Reviewed on 1 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! (468 reviews)
"The snorkeling was incredible and there are all the facilities that you need as a family, although some facilities are for 18+ only. The rooms are a little dated."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 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 AU$205 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$205
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! (1,009 reviews)
"Excellent staff, Wifi ok, food ok, room ok, just did get clean towels, had to ask to to get clean towels"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
The Islander Hotel

The Islander Hotel

3 out of 5
Main Road, Panama, Rarotonga
The price is AU$222 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
AU$222
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (518 reviews)
"The lady we had at reception to welcome us was super friendly and helpful. Easily walkable from the airport even with young kids."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

The Islander Hotel
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! (435 reviews)
"Great time!!"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

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

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Tapere of Vaimaanga

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

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(245 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 showing a pond and a cascade

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
Avarua which includes mountains and a bay or harbour

Avarua

4/5(114 area reviews)

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

Avarua
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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.

Turangi Tapere

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