Akapuao Tapere Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A clear blue pool surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.
A beach with palm trees, a kayak, and lounge chairs.
A beach with clear turquoise water, palm trees, and a cloudy sky.
A close-up of a green plant with long, narrow leaves radiating from a central point.
A stone Buddha head sculpture with a pot on top, surrounded by lush greenery.

Stay near popular Akapuao Tapere attractions

Maire Nui Botanical Gardens

8.4/5 (110 reviews)
Enjoy a stroll around these colorful, tropical flower-filled gardens followed by a lunch featuring fresh garden produce in the on-site café.
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Activities

The secret waterfall

'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim

NZ$150
per adult
'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim
Tpour bus in Cook Islands

Island Discovery Tour by Island Hopper Vacations

NZ$105
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Island Discovery Tour by Island Hopper Vacations
At Black Rock / Tuoro.

'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch

NZ$124
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch
Turtle tour Rarotonga

Private Turtle and Ray Tour Rarotonga

NZ$290
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Turtle and Ray Tour Rarotonga
Tourists having fun on the Cook Islands

Private Arts & Crafts Tour with Lunch

NZ$296
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Arts & Crafts Tour with Lunch
Native in the Cook Islands

Private Myths & Legends Tour

NZ$296
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Myths & Legends Tour
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Our pick of the best Akapuao Tapere Hotel Deals

Little Polynesian Resort

Little Polynesian Resort

5 out of 5
Main Road, Titikaveka Rarotonga
The price is NZ$1,350 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$1,350
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Muri Lagoon are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (111 reviews)
"Perfect beach location Very well set up rooms"

Reviewed on 22 June 2026

Little Polynesian Resort
Raina Holiday Accommodation

Raina Holiday Accommodation

3 out of 5
Akapauo, Titikaveka, South East Rarotonga
Stay at this hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, Wi-Fi (surcharge) and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Muri Beach and Muri Lagoon are ...
6.8/10 (100 reviews)
"Raina is very conveniently located opposite a great snorkeling spot (Fruits of Raratonga). and 200m from Charlies - a great place to eat and relax and gaze out over the lagoon. The gardens are lovely and lush with beautiful plants and flowers and there are loungers to relax on. Bus stop just outside. ..."

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

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Raina Holiday Accommodation
Lyas Bungalow 2 - The best snorkeling across the road

Lyas Bungalow 2 - The best snorkeling across the road

Tikioki Beach Tikioki
Stay at this cottage in Rarotonga. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Muri Lagoon are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (43 reviews)
"Great value"

Reviewed on 11 June 2026

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Lyas Bungalow 2 - The best snorkeling across the road
The Edgewater Resort & Spa

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

3.5 out of 5
Avarua Rarotonga
The price is NZ$566 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$566
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay, staff are lovely and rooms were tidy and clean. This is our forth time staying here. Kids club was good for the 6 year old staying with our whanau, lots of activities to keep kids entertained and snorkelling out the front was great. Horrible smell outside our room think it’s ..."

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

The Edgewater Resort & Spa
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

3 out of 5
Ara Tapu Rarotonga
The price is NZ$328 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$328
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"Club Raro was perfect for our honeymoon. Great room, excellent pool and views of the lagoon. Breakfast was nice, had dinner at the restaurant which was very nice as well."

Reviewed on 23 June 2026

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
The Islander Hotel

The Islander Hotel

3 out of 5
Main Road Rarotonga
The price is NZ$383 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$383
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very good! (611 reviews)
"The staff were amazing."

Reviewed on 21 June 2026

The Islander Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in Akapuao Tapere

Find the best Akapuao Tapere areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Akapuao Tapere
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A beach with clear turquoise water, palm trees, and a sandy shore.
Photo by Project Forever
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Takitumu District

While visiting Takitumu District, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets.

A wooden pier extending into turquoise waters, supported by wooden pillars, with palm trees and a clear sky in the background.

Muri

While visiting Muri, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets.

A tropical beach with clear turquoise water, palm trees, and a wooden fence.
Photo by Zach Cain
Open Photo by Zach Cain

Arorangi

Arorangi is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Aroa Beach and Black Rock.

A tropical landscape with a paved path, palm trees, and dense green foliage.

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.

A harbor with boats, a dock, and a mountainous backdrop.

Avarua

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

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