Title: Tapere of Vaimaanga Travel Guide: Best of Tapere of Vaimaanga, Rarotonga Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Tapere of Vaimaanga](https://expedia.co.uk/Tapere-Of-Vaimaanga-Hotels.d3000382788.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Rarotonga](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Rarotonga.d6055262.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Rarotonga](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Rarotonga.d6055262.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Tapere of Vaimaanga Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Tapere-Of-Vaimaanga.d3000382788.Car-Hire-Guide)[Tapere of Vaimaanga Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Tapere-Of-Vaimaanga.d3000382788.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Tapere of Vaimaanga Travel Guide ## Rarotonga ![Oasis inside forest te rua manga trek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000382788/adcec6ce-943e-4ee3-97db-3752c7111ddd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![What an #adventure on our trip to "The Needle" one of the highest points on the island of #rarotonga](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000382788/b160eb8e-89eb-491c-bf59-75901b4ad8a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Tapere of Vaimaanga Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Rarotonga travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Rarotonga.dx6055262) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Muri Beach which includes tropical scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055267/2a662e9a-fcb0-4422-924d-ae96403bf801.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Muri Beach 4.5/5(5 reviews) Stretch out comfortably on the bone-white beach while watching the sunrise over Rarotonga’s popular lagoon. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Muri-Beach-Muri.d6055267.Attraction) ![Aro\'a Beach featuring a sandy beach as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6142568/aace02c5-a329-4887-8b3c-8f38072990ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Aroa-Beach-Arorangi.d6142568.Attraction) ![Sunrise at Cape Tourville, Freycinet Peninsula, Tasmania, Shutterstock ID 439005910, Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532611404/ed7788f5-79e7-418f-8bad-24f64fde8e9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Muri Lagoon 5/5(5 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Muri-Lagoon-Cook-Islands.d553248621532611404.Attraction) ![Tikioki Marine Sanctuary which includes tropical scenes and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127390/f015973f-482b-49a9-82cd-0ef3610282f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tikioki-Marine-Sanctuary-Tapere-of-Titikaveka.d6127390.Attraction) ![Rarotonga which includes interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6101154/d511a9e2-028a-421c-95a8-dfe69dfcb646.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cook-Islands-Library-And-Museum-Takuvaine-Tapere.d6101154.Attraction) ![Te Vara Nui Village as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6311846/87d951aa-e016-4fc0-bdbd-c755d942e236.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Te Vara Nui Village Join an interactive experience to appreciate the authentic educational and entertaining story of Cook Islands’ culture. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Te-Vara-Nui-Village-Muri.d6311846.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Snorkelling from the glass bottom boat](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/677747/2e6e3fa9-7dcd-4409-be6f-5b16d338ed9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling £51 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-muri-lagoon-bbq-lunch-cruise-including-snorkeling.a677747.activity-details) ![Ariki Adventures: Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2286543/95a9427f-ddd5-4d49-bf56-bb80aa62ac06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ariki Adventures: Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure £83 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/ariki-adventures-premium-sea-scooter-turtle-adventure.a2286543.activity-details) ![Tpour bus in Cook Islands](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/237033/42dcba75-4bd1-4268-83ee-997bac9a0c15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Island Discovery Tour by Island Hopper Vacations £38 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/island-discovery-tour-by-island-hopper-vacations.a237033.activity-details) ![The secret waterfall ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1394323/9ea63ab4-164f-41a1-8a23-f080289ba9cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim £66 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/explore-rarotonga-guided-bike-tour-with-lunch-and-swim.a1394323.activity-details) ![ Eco Friendly Sea Scooter Turtle Tour in Rarotonga ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49543547/7541f818-c282-41ae-b99a-0fce679f8e1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Eco Friendly Sea Scooter Turtle Tour in Rarotonga £80 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/eco-friendly-sea-scooter-turtle-tour-in-rarotonga.a49543547.activity-details) ![Cook Islands Turtle and Ray Tour ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2365494/d8587443-af7e-4856-b5b5-9dff4f316f61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cook Islands Turtle and Ray Tour £66 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cook-islands-turtle-and-ray-tour.a2365494.activity-details) [See all activities in Rarotonga](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Rarotonga.d6055262.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Tapere of Vaimaanga ![Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8130000/8123800/8123718/87315c73_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape Ara Tapu Road Rarotonga Stay at this aparthotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Wigmore's Waterfall are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (86 reviews) Our stay here was amazing! Staff were so kind and the pool was amazing! Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F04%2F2026&endDate=09%2F04%2F2026&selected=8123718&PinnedHotelID=8123718&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000382788) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F04%2F2026&endDate=09%2F04%2F2026&selected=8123718&PinnedHotelID=8123718&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000382788) ![The Edgewater Resort & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1590000/1583400/1583329/31088fbe_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Edgewater Resort & Spa Avarua Rarotonga £120 26 Mar - 27 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews) Comfortable Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F03%2F2026&endDate=27%2F03%2F2026&selected=1583329&PinnedHotelID=1583329&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000382788) ![The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/810000/801800/801791/436380de_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium Aroa Beach Marine Reserve, Arorangi Rarotonga £145 26 Mar - 27 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the family amenities in ... 8/10 Very Good! (529 reviews) The location is marvelous. The views breathtaking . The hotel itself was tired and needs an overhaul. Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F03%2F2026&endDate=27%2F03%2F2026&selected=801791&PinnedHotelID=801791&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000382788) ![Club Raro Resort – Adults Only](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2440000/2434100/2434054/b8d2a3f9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Club Raro Resort – Adults Only Ara Tapu Rarotonga £105 19 Apr - 20 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews) Unused Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F04%2F2026&endDate=20%2F04%2F2026&selected=2434054&PinnedHotelID=2434054&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000382788) ![Crown Beach Resort & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1180000/1171700/1171672/db3c85e0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Crown Beach Resort & Spa Rarotonga Ring-Road, Arorangi Rarotonga Stay at this luxury hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (259 reviews) Amazing people on the resort. Best we have ever been treated. Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F04%2F2026&endDate=09%2F04%2F2026&selected=1171672&PinnedHotelID=1171672&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000382788) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F04%2F2026&endDate=09%2F04%2F2026&selected=1171672&PinnedHotelID=1171672&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000382788) ![Pacific Resort Rarotonga](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1080000/1075500/1075436/66ff8cd3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pacific Resort Rarotonga Muri Beach Rarotonga £349 26 Mar - 27 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9/10 Wonderful! (299 reviews) Everything was excellent, would definitely recommend to fellow travellers. 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Make a stop by Aroa Beach while you're exploring. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cook-Islands-Tapere-Of-Rutaki.dx3000664883) ![If you're looking for a perfect beach in Rarotonga, head to Muri Beach to the East coast. There are a couple of sand motus in the lagoon, which you can swim or kayak to when the conditions are alright. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055267/b3d8c044-9acb-4202-97e4-ed5b8b6c6013.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Takitumu District While visiting Takitumu District, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rarotonga-Takitumu-District.dx553248635975856248) ![Arorangi featuring kayaking or canoeing and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055265/0d66cf3a-caff-4aac-a8e5-b238d83b97ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Arorangi 4.5/5(4 area reviews) Arorangi is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Aroa Beach and Black Rock. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rarotonga-Arorangi.dx6055265) ![Titikaveka featuring tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055269/ff5eef36-9be9-4923-90be-55d3376fffdc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Tapere of Titikaveka 5/5(4 area reviews) Tapere of Titikaveka is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Tikioki Marine Sanctuary and Muri Beach while you're in town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cook-Islands-Tapere-Of-Titikaveka.dx6055269) ![Infinity pool at little polynesian resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/319627223638213736/05646097-3b6f-41bf-82ef-da4a5b00a9dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Akapuao Tapere If you're spending some time in Akapuao Tapere, Maire Nui Botanical Gardens and Tikioki Beach are top sights worth seeing. 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