Turangi Tapere Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Turangi Tapere
Popular places to visit
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.
Cook Islands Library and Museum
Through art and literature, learn about the history and traditions of the Cook Islands in a library and museum run by friendly local residents.
Te Vara Nui Village
Join an interactive experience to appreciate the authentic educational and entertaining story of Cook Islands’ culture.
Activities
Ariki Adventures: Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure
'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim
Island Discovery Tour by Island Hopper Vacations
Cook Islands Turtle and Ray Tour
'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch
Private Turtle and Ray Tour Rarotonga
Our pick of the best Turangi Tapere Hotel Deals
Ocean Escape Resort&Spa
Ocean view. Had the place to ourselves as its low season the staff were so good and the resort was stunning!
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Tropical Sands
A wonderful stay with charming, interesting and accomodating hosts. We had the cool property on stilts which had everything we needed. The proximity to the beach, quietness and comfort were prob not much different to higher end and more costly hotels. Don’t leave without dehusking and opening a fresh ...
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
We stay at the Edgewater every year and it is always very comfortable and the staff are great, it might be time to review the restaurant menu however
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
The location is marvelous. The views breathtaking . The hotel itself was tired and needs an overhaul.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
Unused
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Crown Beach Resort & Spa
Amazing people on the resort. Best we have ever been treated.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Turangi Tapere
Matavera
Some popular features of Matavera include its beaches and snorkelling. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Arai-Te-Tonga or Te Vara Nui Village are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Areiti Tapere
While visiting Areiti Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Night Markets and Muri Beach.
Muri
While visiting Muri, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Night Markets and Muri Lagoon.
Tupapa Tapere
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Tupapa Tapere and surrounding area, you can visit Cook Islands Library and Museum and Te Vara Nui Village.
Akapuao Tapere
If you're spending some time in Akapuao Tapere, Tikioki Beach and Maire Nui Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
Takitumu District
While visiting Takitumu District, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets.