Tapere of Vaimaanga

Rarotonga

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Popular places to visit

Muri Beach showing 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 featuring a sandy beach as well as an individual male

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
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 featuring tropical scenes and a sandy 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
Rarotonga which includes 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

Things to do

Snorkelling from the glass bottom boat

Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling

€59
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling
Ready to head off

'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim

€71
per adult
'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim
An Eagle Ray and Turtle Tour-Small Groups & Photography Included

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

€118
per adult
An Eagle Ray and Turtle Tour-Small Groups & Photography Included
Tourists having fun on the Cook Islands

Private Arts & Crafts Tour with Lunch

€152
per adult
Private Arts & Crafts Tour with Lunch
Photoshoot on Rarotonga, Cook Islands

Photography Cook Islands

€307
per traveller
Photography Cook Islands
A Private TURTLE Tour on Rarotonga with Photography and Transfers

A Private TURTLE Tour on Rarotonga with Photography and Transfers

€787
per traveller
A Private TURTLE Tour on Rarotonga with Photography and Transfers
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Top hotels in Tapere of Vaimaanga

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

3.5 out of 5
Avarua, Rarotonga
The price is €189 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
€189
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,008 reviews)
"We loved every minute of our stay. Staff were amazing."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 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 €125 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
€125
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,005 reviews)
"We stayed here for the night after returning from Aitutaki and returning home. I had stayed here prior to covid so wanted to see what it was like as an adults only resort now. Hubby had the buffet dinner which he enjoyed, I ordered a seafood pizza which was nice, but enough for two. We stayed in ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
The Islander Hotel

The Islander Hotel

3 out of 5
Main Road, Panama, Rarotonga
The price is €148 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
€148
29 Jul - 30 Jul
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! (473 reviews)
"Neat and clean and so convenient for airport. Straight across the road! Also you can stop the Island bus straight outside the hotel going in either direction. Staff were friendly if a bit difficult to find in weekends ( but that’s probably island time)."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

The Islander Hotel
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! (451 reviews)
"Good for family stay, excellent lagoon area."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

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The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
Crown Beach Resort & Spa

Crown Beach Resort & Spa

4.5 out of 5
Rarotonga Ring-Road, Arorangi, Sunset Coast Rarotonga, Rarotonga
The price is €197 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
€197
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (216 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay at the Crown Beach, the staff were exceptional. It is a small resort which I thought added to its value as well. A very easy place to just relax in, with a fantastic happy hour along the beach front. We were in a villa- they were very spacious and well laid out, felt like ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Crown Beach Resort & Spa
Pacific Resort Rarotonga

Pacific Resort Rarotonga

4.5 out of 5
Muri Beach, Rarotonga
The price is €410 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
€410
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (279 reviews)
"Amazing location, fantastic service"

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

Pacific Resort Rarotonga
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Other neighbourhoods around Tapere of Vaimaanga

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Tapere of Rutaki

5/5(1 area review)

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 which includes 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
Rarotonga showing a pond and a waterfall

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 showing tranquil scenes

Tapere of Titikaveka

5/5(4 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
Titikaveka showing signage

Akapuao Tapere

If you're spending some time in Akapuao Tapere, Maire Nui Botanical Gardens and Tikioki Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Akapuao Tapere

Tapere of Vaimaanga

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