Turangi Tapere Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Turangi Tapere
Popular places to visit
Muri Beach
Stretch out comfortably on the bone-white beach while watching the sunrise over Rarotonga’s popular lagoon.
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.
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.
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.
Te Vara Nui Village
Join an interactive experience to appreciate the authentic educational and entertaining story of Cook Islands’ culture.
Activities
Ariki Adventures: Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure
Island Discovery Tour by Island Hopper Vacations
Eco Friendly Sea Scooter Turtle Tour in Rarotonga
'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim
'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch
A Turtle Tour on Rarotonga - small groups, premium experience
Our pick of the best Turangi Tapere Hotel Deals
Ocean Escape Resort&Spa
Beautifully appointed rooms with every detail well-planned, including lovely snacks and a continental breakfast. The staff is friendly, the owners are incredible hosts. I will return!
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Tropical Sands
An amazing place to stay, especially the beachfront villa overlooking the lagoon. A simple but adequate kitchen with a convenience store, servo and Villies burgers all within a few minutes walk. Bus service runs from just outside the property. The hosts are warm and friendly people.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
Highly recommend Edgewater the room was very clean, the staff were so helpful and friendly, the activities were a lot of fun and the restaurant is very reasonably priced.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
The Islander Hotel
Great property
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
Great location. The lagoon infront was amazing and you literally can swim with a turtle in that lagoon. Staff were super friendly and good variety of food in options. Must visit
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
They stay ticked all the boxes excellent housekeeping and stsff friendly. We will return
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Turangi Tapere
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.
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.
Tupapa Tapere
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Tupapa Tapere and surrounding area, you can visit Muri Beach and Cook Islands Library and Museum.
Akapuao Tapere
If you're spending some time in Akapuao Tapere, Tikioki Beach and Maire Nui Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
Takitumu District
While visiting Takitumu District, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets.
