Tapere of Vaimaanga Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Muri Beach featuring tropical scenes

Muri Beach

4.5/5(329 reviews)

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

4.5/5(196 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

4.5/5(310 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
Te Vara Nui Village as well as a large group of people

Te Vara Nui Village

4.5/5(114 reviews)

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

Te Vara Nui Village
Tikioki Marine Sanctuary featuring tropical scenes and a beach

Tikioki Marine Sanctuary

4.5/5(89 reviews)

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 showing interior views

Cook Islands Library and Museum

4/5(53 reviews)

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$129
per adult
'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim
'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch

'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch

AU$111
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch
Native in the Cook Islands

Private Myths & Legends Tour

AU$276
per adult
Private Myths & Legends Tour
Photoshoot on Rarotonga, Cook Islands

Photography Cook Islands

AU$698
per traveller
Photography Cook Islands
Private Sedan Transportation

Private Standard Car: Rarotonga Hotels

AU$134
per traveller
Private Standard Car: Rarotonga Hotels
Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure

Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure

AU$177
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure
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Our pick of the best Tapere of Vaimaanga Hotel Deals

Vaka Beach Retreat- modern air conditioned apartment & steps to Vaimaanga Beach!
Vaka Beach Retreat- modern air conditioned apartment & steps to Vaimaanga Beach!
RAROTONGA
Stay at this apartment in Rarotonga. Enjoy free WiFi, balconies, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Wigmore's Waterfall are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
Beautiful place
"It was a great place with all the amenities. The host was always available to answer questions and help when needed. The snorkeling right off the beach was fantastic. We loved waking up feeling like we were up in the palm trees as we looked out the windows at the reef!"

Reviewed on 24 Jan. 2025

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Vaka Beach Retreat- modern air conditioned apartment & steps to Vaimaanga Beach!
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
3.5 out of 5
Avarua, Rarotonga
The price is AU$350 per night from 7 May to 8 May
AU$350
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Loved the room staff and restaurant staff. Super friendly and always happy, had a great stay here."

Reviewed on 26 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 AU$212 per night from 9 May to 10 May
AU$212
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May
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! (1,001 reviews)
"No kids!!!!!!!! beach front rooms are great. Spend that extra. Its raro, it worked, great location."

Reviewed on 29 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 AU$374 per night from 19 May to 20 May
AU$374
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 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! (423 reviews)
"We enjoyed the interconnected rooms as a family of 4. Staff are always friendly and accommodating. Breakfast selection of hot and continental was great. Pool area always clean, amazing beach for swimming and snorkeling"

Reviewed on 25 Apr. 2025

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
The Islander Hotel
The Islander Hotel
3 out of 5
Main Road, Panama, Rarotonga
The price is AU$266 per night from 15 May to 16 May
AU$266
includes taxes & fees
15 May - 16 May
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (431 reviews)
"Lovely location. Primo Air conditioning! Was a great overnight stay after getting off the plane late at night. Thoroughly enjoyed our cooked breakfast and coffees the next morning. Would stay again and recommend to other's."

Reviewed on 23 Apr. 2025

The Islander Hotel
Castaway Resort
Castaway Resort
3 out of 5
Arorangi, Main Road, Arorangi, Rarotonga
Stay at this 3-star beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (233 reviews)
"Quiet and working AC."

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2025

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Castaway Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Tapere of Vaimaanga

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Tapere of Rutaki

4.5/5(47 area reviews)

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 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
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
Titikaveka featuring tranquil scenes

Tapere of Titikaveka

4.5/5(40 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
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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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