Tapere of Rutaki Travel Guide
Rarotonga
Visit Tapere of Rutaki
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.
Cook Island Christian Church
Attend a service and chat with locals in this small and charming whitewashed church, which dates back to the mid 19th century.
Things to do
Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling
Ariki Adventures: Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure
'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim
Island Discovery Tour by Island Hopper Vacations
'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch
Top hotels in Tapere of Rutaki
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
The cleaner that looked after our room was fantastic it was so lovely to come back to our room to find our bed made and fresh towels to start our day, they work really hard to make your stay comfortable, she was all ways smiling and happy to see us, the restaurant staff were all ways happy and friendly, ...
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
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Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
The room was very dated and had a terrible chemical smell inside. There is a 1 inch difference between the floor in the bedroom and the bathroom. The blackout curtains did not close all the way so our room was very bright all night long. And to top it all off there was no water in the pool, quite ...
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Pacific Resort Rarotonga
Wonderful place to stay, lovely staff and a professionally run resort. Will defintiely be back!
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
The Islander Hotel
Hotel is in a very convenient location to the airport. The rooms are nice and clean. Staff is very friendly.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Crown Beach Resort & Spa
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tapere of Rutaki
Tapere of Vaimaanga
Travellers like the museums in Tapere of Vaimaanga, and Wigmore's Waterfall is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Arorangi
Arorangi is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Aroa Beach and Black Rock.
Takitumu District
While visiting Takitumu District, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets.
Takuvaine Tapere
While visiting Takuvaine Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Cook Islands Library and Museum and Arai-Te-Tonga.
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.
Tapere of Titikaveka
Tapere of Titikaveka is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Muri Beach and Tikioki Marine Sanctuary while you're in town.
