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.
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.
Te Vara Nui Village
Join an interactive experience to appreciate the authentic educational and entertaining story of Cook Islands’ culture.
Activities
'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim
Swim With The Turtles Rarotonga
Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure
'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch
A Turtle Tour on Rarotonga - small groups, premium experience
Our pick of the best Akapuao Tapere Hotel Deals
Little Polynesian Resort
Unbelievable service — Florence and the staff made us feel like family, always greeting us by name (and even with hugs!). Our beachfront bungalow was spotless and comfortable with stunning views. Breakfast and dinner were excellent, and the location right on the beach is perfect. Highly recommend ...
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025
Raina Holiday Accommodation
We chose the mountain view option that where we were staying It was very nice and quiet.
Reviewed on 3 July 2025
TUROU RETREAT Rarotonga sleeps 12 near MURI BEACH
The Host emailed clear directions to get to the property. On arrival, we couldnt fault the cleanliness or believe how spacious it was. Just perfect for my large tribe.The beach and nearby shops were easy to walk to 10-15 mins.We were lucky enough to have brilliant days so beach and swimming everyday.Kitchen ...
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Natura Lagoon Bungalow 2
There was cockroach poo in the cutlery drawers, and the toaster didn’t work, but other than that everything was fine.
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
The room was spacious and spotless. The house staff were friendly and welcoming and drinks by the pool and beach were amazing.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
Room was excellent, beach facing with good views. We had good entertainment while at the resort and a buffet meal while attending the island drum show. Staff are friendly and helpful. Breakfasts were excellent, good buffet style and you can get good cooked omelettes from the chef’s. Downside is the ...
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
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.
Areiti Tapere
While visiting Areiti Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets.
Takitumu District
While visiting Takitumu District, 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, Muri Beach or Te Vara Nui Village are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Akapuao Tapere Travel Guide
- Maire Nui Botanical Gardens
- Muri Beach
- Aroa Beach
- Muri Lagoon
- Tikioki Marine Sanctuary
- Muri Night Markets
- Te Vara Nui Village
- Rarotonga Golf Club
- Cook Island Christian Church
- Cook Islands Library and Museum
- Black Rock
- Tikioki Beach
- Beachcomber Pearl Market
- Punanga Nui Market
- Takitumu Conservation Area
- Koromiri
- Cook Islands National Museum
- Puaikura Beach
- Wigmore's Waterfall
- Te Rua Manga
- Wigmore's Waterfall
- Arai-Te-Tonga
- Wreck of the Matai
- Cocoputt
- Beachcomber Gallery
- Para O Tane Palace
- National Stadium
- Koteka Winery
- Matutu Brewing Company
- Sir Geoffrey Henry National Culture Centre
Are there hotels near Akapuao Tapere?
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- Te Vara Nui Village
- Maire Nui Botanical Gardens
- Beachcomber Pearl Market
- Muri Beach
- Wreck of the Matai
- Muri Holidays
- Cook Island Christian Church
- Punanga Nui Market
- Takitumu Conservation Area
- Tikioki Marine Sanctuary
- Aroa Beach
- Para O Tane Palace
- Arai-Te-Tonga
- Muri Night Markets
- Cook Islands National Museum
- Black Rock
- Cook Islands Library and Museum
- Cocoputt
- Tikioki Beach
- Wigmore's Waterfall
