Turangi Tapere Travel Guide
Rarotonga

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.

Te Vara Nui Village
Join an interactive experience to appreciate the authentic educational and entertaining story of Cook Islands’ culture.

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.
Things to do

Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling

'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim

'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch

Swim With The Turtles Rarotonga
Top hotels in Turangi Tapere

Ocean Escape Resort&Spa
Just a beautiful location and adults only! They have 12 villas, so it’s never going to be crowded. It’s quiet with only the rumble of the surf in the distance and the gurgling from the pool fountain. Talk about a restful retreat! They have a small tapas bar and restaurant that opens at 4pm. The only ...
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025

Tropical Sands
clean and tidy accommodation. Friendly hosts. only downfall was you couldn’t swim because of the coral reef.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025

Coast Cook Islands - 3-Bedroom Beachfront Pool Villa
Really loved waking up to the sunrise and the tranquility of the ocean. Great property to house our family of 6 adults. Sound system awesome.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2022

The Edgewater Resort & Spa
The room was clean but it’s time for a tune up - especially the bathroom.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
Hotel and staff were amazing especially our wonderful waiter Norman. Would definitely stay here again. Snorkelling just off the beach was awesome.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025

Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only
Having direct access to the marine reserve for snorkeling, swimming and free use of equipment was fantastic.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
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, Muri Beach 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 Beach and Muri Night Markets.

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

Tupapa Tapere
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Tupapa Tapere and surrounding area, you can visit Muri Beach and Cook Islands Library and Museum.

Takuvaine Tapere
While visiting Takuvaine Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Cook Islands Library and Museum and Arai-Te-Tonga.

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


