Takitumu District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A beach with clear turquoise water, palm trees, and a sandy shore.
A clear blue pool surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.
A calm beach with a small island in the distance, surrounded by water and palm trees.
A beach with palm trees, a kayak, and lounge chairs.
A riverbank with a palm tree, a clear sky, and distant trees.

Stay near popular Takitumu District attractions

A sign for Te Vara-Nui Village with directions to the Cultural Village Centre, Over Water Island Show, and Weddings Venue.

Te Vara Nui Village

9.0/10 (226 reviews)
Join an interactive experience to appreciate the authentic educational and entertaining story of Cook Islands’ culture.
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Activities

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
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
Cruise Day Snorkeling Tour

Rarotonga Cruise Ship Special

NZ$199
per adult
Rarotonga Cruise Ship Special
Turtle tour Rarotonga

Private Turtle and Ray Tour Rarotonga

NZ$290
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Turtle and Ray Tour Rarotonga
Private Rarotonga Turtle Tour – Lagoon Experience

Private Rarotonga Turtle Tour – Lagoon Experience

NZ$250
per adult
Private Rarotonga Turtle Tour – Lagoon Experience
A Cook Islands Turtle Tour - small groups, premium experience

A Cook Islands Turtle Tour - small groups, premium experience

NZ$193
per adult
A Cook Islands Turtle Tour - small groups, premium experience
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Our pick of the best Takitumu District Hotel Deals

Pacific Resort Rarotonga

Pacific Resort Rarotonga

4.5 out of 5
Muri Beach Rarotonga
The price is NZ$850 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
NZ$850
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (320 reviews)
"Beautiful property and accomodations. The staff was friendly, the location is perfect. You won't regret staying here."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Pacific Resort Rarotonga
Muri Beach Club

Muri Beach Club

4 out of 5
Muri Beach Point Rarotonga
The price is NZ$686 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
NZ$686
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Muri Beach Club
Muri Beach Resort

Muri Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
Main Rd, Muri Beach Rarotonga
The price is NZ$809 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
NZ$809
9 Oct - 10 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (118 reviews)
"It’s a very nice little villas, next to a resort where you can have breakfast, lunch and dinner, but no restaurant at this place. It’s a lovely spot."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Muri Beach Resort
Nautilus Resort

Nautilus Resort

4.5 out of 5
Muri Beach Rarotonga
The price is NZ$1,383 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
NZ$1,383
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private plunge pools and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (118 reviews)
"Everyone was so kind and gracious that we interacted with. From the moment we arrived it was nothing short of special"

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026

Nautilus Resort
Palm Grove

Palm Grove

3.5 out of 5
Ara Tapu (Main Road) Rarotonga
Stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, a private beach and room service. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Wigmore's Waterfall are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (145 reviews)
"This is a formal complaint about Palm Grove and its current manager (Betsy or Mama Tum). My wife and I arrived on 31st May 2026 planning to stay until 22nd June 2026. This is our second stay in Rarotonga, as this was a special occasion for my wife's 80th Birthday. We left early on the 10th June 2026, ..."

Reviewed on 23 June 2026

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Palm Grove
Ocean Escape Resort&Spa

Ocean Escape Resort&Spa

4 out of 5
1 Ara Tapu, Turangi Village Rarotonga Rarotonga
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Avana Harbour are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (47 reviews)
"Staff were very friendly. The property was always clean and tidy. Fantastic to have a room freshen every few days. Bar service earlier than 4 pm for the guests would be great, especially when they are lounging around the pool Parking was an issue due to the building works. Workers or visitors to ..."

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

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Ocean Escape Resort&Spa
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Our guide on where to stay in Takitumu District

Find the best Takitumu District areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Takitumu District
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A sunset over a calm lake with palm trees and a distant shoreline.
Photo by Nico Cheutin
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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 Beach while you're in town.

A tropical beach with clear turquoise waters, a sandy shore, and lush green mountains in the background.

Takuvaine Tapere

While visiting Takuvaine Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Cook Islands Library and Museum and Para O Tane Palace.

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 Punanga Nui Market or Cook Islands Library and Museum while you're exploring the area.

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