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
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
Private Turtle and Ray Tour Rarotonga

Private Turtle and Ray Tour Rarotonga

NZ$290
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Turtle and Ray Tour Rarotonga
At Black Rock / Tuoro.

'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch & Swim

NZ$124
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch & Swim
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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$337 per night from 14 Nov to 15 Nov
NZ$337
per night
14 Nov - 15 Nov
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Still waiting for them to take out the hold on my credit card"

Reviewed on 3 Nov 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$227 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
NZ$227
per night
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Stay at this 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! (1,000 reviews)
"NA"

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2026

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
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 ...
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The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
The Islander Hotel

The Islander Hotel

3 out of 5
Main Road Rarotonga
The price is NZ$309 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$309
per night
22 Nov - 23 Nov
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. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (662 reviews)
"Staff were wonderful, food great, loved the Island show, room very spacious and clean. Lovely restaurant overlooking the sea. On the downside, it felt a little 'cheap' in terms of the wooden shack look and the thin plastic toilet seats. But all the positives were far more important. Definitely stay ..."

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2026

The Islander Hotel
Pacific Resort Rarotonga

Pacific Resort Rarotonga

4.5 out of 5
Muri Beach Rarotonga
The price is NZ$765 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
NZ$765
per night
7 Nov - 8 Nov
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! (321 reviews)
"We had beach front views which was so Amazing & friendly staff. Would definitely return to this resort."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Pacific Resort Rarotonga
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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 sunset over a calm lake with palm trees and a distant shoreline.
Photo by Nico Cheutin
Open Photo by Nico Cheutin

Muri

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

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

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 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.

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