Matavera Travel Guide

Rarotonga
Photo by Cindy Baker
Photo by Cindy Baker

Popular places to visit

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Muri Beach

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Stretch out comfortably on the bone-white beach while watching the sunrise over Rarotonga’s popular lagoon.

Muri Beach
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Aroa Beach

5/5(2 reviews)

Leave the bustle of the modern world behind and lounge on stretches of powdery white sand with the transparent Pacific Ocean at your fingertips.

Aroa Beach
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Muri Lagoon

5/5(5 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Muri Lagoon during your travels in Rarotonga. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its seafood restaurants.

Muri Lagoon
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Te Vara Nui Village

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

Te Vara Nui Village
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Tikioki Marine Sanctuary

4/5(1 review)

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.

Tikioki Marine Sanctuary
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Cook Islands Library and Museum

5/5(1 review)

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 Islands Library and Museum

Things to do

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Premium Sea Scooter Lagoon Discovery

£68
Per adult
Premium Sea Scooter Lagoon Discovery
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Afternoon Stroll Walking Tour

£28
Per adult
Afternoon Stroll Walking Tour
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Photography Cook Islands

£195
Per adult
Photography Cook Islands
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Top hotels in Matavera

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
4 out of 5
Aroa Beach Marine Reserve, Arorangi, Ara Tapu Rd, Rarotonga
The price is £114 per night from 26 May to 27 May
£114
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (360 reviews)
"Beautiful grounds . Two resturants for dining. Very nosey. New Zealanders let they children go crazy. Running, screaming and yelling. If you want some peace and quiet go somewhere else."

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
Ikurangi Eco Retreat
Ikurangi Eco Retreat
3.5 out of 5
Matavera, Rarotonga
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Avana Harbour are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (48 reviews)
"We loved our stay at Ikurangi - in fact, it was the highlight of our trip to Rarotonga! Vicki and Alan have created a beautiful, relaxing atmosphere for their guests, and we were taken aback by their thoughtfulness. The luxury safari tent had everything we needed, and both Vicki and Alan provided ..."

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

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Ikurangi Eco Retreat
Seaside Beachfront Villas
Seaside Beachfront Villas
3 out of 5
Avarua, Rarotonga
Stay at this 3-star beach villa in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale and a local area shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Muri Beach and Avana ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (19 reviews)
"Awesome views spacious and quite at night 🌃.."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2023

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The Edgewater Resort and Spa
The Edgewater Resort and Spa
3.5 out of 5
Avarua, Rarotonga
The price is £136 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
£136
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the family ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"It seemed busier than other visits and with the weather being very poor there were few places to sit under cover."

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

The Edgewater Resort and Spa
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
3 out of 5
Ara Tapu, Avarua, Rarotonga
The price is £137 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
£137
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 3-star beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (817 reviews)
"5 stars all round! The staff are very helpful and go the extra mile to make sure your stay is as comfortable as possible. Awesome atmosphere. The bar and pool was my favourite place to be. Only downside was our aircon kept leaking however that could’ve been due to the humidity but it still didn’t ..."

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
The Islander Hotel
The Islander Hotel
3 out of 5
Main Road, Panama, Rarotonga
The price is £138 per night from 26 May to 27 May
£138
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (317 reviews)
"We flew back from Aitutaki & only had one night here before flying to Australia the next morning. This is the perfect property for this, as it's across the road from the airport. The room was large, very clean & comfortable. The property has a good bar & restaurant. The bar is probably the most reasonably ..."

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around Matavera

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Turangi Tapere

4/5(1 area review)

While Turangi Tapere isn't home to many top sights, Muri Beach and Te Vara Nui Village are some notable places to visit nearby.

Turangi Tapere
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Kiikii Tapere

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kiikii Tapere and surrounding area, you can visit Beachcomber Pearl Market and Wreck of the Matai.

Kiikii Tapere
Rarotonga featuring a waterfall and a pond

Takuvaine Tapere

While visiting Takuvaine Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Cook Islands Library and Museum and Cook Island Christian Church.

Takuvaine Tapere
Ngatangiia

Takitumu District

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

Takitumu District
Avarua showing a bay or harbour and mountains

Avarua

4/5(1 area review)

Beaches, snorkelling and bars are just a few things travellers enjoy about Avarua. Check out Cook Islands Library and Museum or Cook Island Christian Church while you're exploring the area.

Avarua
Titikaveka featuring tranquil scenes

Tapere of Titikaveka

5/5(4 area reviews)

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.

Tapere of Titikaveka

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