Tapere of Rutaki Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A beach with clear blue water, people swimming and walking along the shore, and trees with hanging branches.
A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and lush green vegetation.
A beach with clear turquoise water, palm trees, and people walking along the shore.
A beach with large waves crashing onto the shore and a prominent rock formation in the foreground.
A dog running on a sandy beach with clear blue water.

Activities

Snorkelling from the glass bottom boat

Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling

NZ$115
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling
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
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
Plantation with cassava in the foreground.

Market, Farm, Fork! A taste of Rarotonga: from farm to fork.

NZ$109
per adult
Market, Farm, Fork! A taste of Rarotonga: from farm to fork.
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Our pick of the best Tapere of Rutaki Hotel Deals

Toreaiva Beachfront Studios

Toreaiva Beachfront Studios

3 out of 5
Ara Tapu Rarotonga
Stay at this beach holiday home in Rarotonga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Aroa Beach are located ...
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Toreaiva Beachfront Studios
The Edgewater Resort & Spa

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

3.5 out of 5
Avarua Rarotonga
The price is NZ$475 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
NZ$475
4 Sept - 5 Sept
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! (1,009 reviews)
"Felt the food options were very average and very expensive"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

The Edgewater Resort & Spa
The Islander Hotel

The Islander Hotel

3 out of 5
Main Road Rarotonga
The price is NZ$348 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
NZ$348
20 Aug - 21 Aug
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! (626 reviews)
"Staff great. Place extremely clean Breakfast requires more variety"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

The Islander Hotel
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

4 out of 5
Aroa Beach Marine Reserve, Arorangi Rarotonga
Stay at this beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the family amenities in ...
8.2/10 Very good! (558 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay, especially with amazing snorkelling right off the beach on the resort."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

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The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

3 out of 5
Ara Tapu Rarotonga
The price is NZ$299 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
NZ$299
8 Aug - 9 Aug
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. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,008 reviews)
"Awesome place, choose beach view room"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
Muri Beach Club

Muri Beach Club

4 out of 5
Muri Beach Point Rarotonga
The price is NZ$675 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
NZ$675
29 Aug - 30 Aug
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (386 reviews)
"Lovely location, lovely staff, services & supplies were pretty big standard, and hotel looking a bit tired. Would have been an excellent review if it was $200-400 per night range but it was more than double that so I thought value for money I’ve had much better on Raro."

Reviewed on 31 July 2026

Muri Beach Club
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Our guide on where to stay in Tapere of Rutaki

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

Muri

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

A clear blue pool surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.
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Open Photo by Maytravelfotoshoot

Takitumu District

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

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 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 Punanga Nui Market while you're exploring the area.

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