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
An amazing place to stay, especially the beachfront villa overlooking the lagoon. A simple but adequate kitchen with a convenience store, servo and Villies burgers all within a few minutes walk. Bus service runs from just outside the property. The hosts are warm and friendly people.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
The breakfast was not what I would expect from a resort to then have to pay for a cooked meal is outrageous. And it wasn’t even nice. Food is below average. Our room The first night was terrible stink of damp and the floors were wet from the damp. There were renovations on the side of our room and ...
Reviewed on 30 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.
