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) ![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 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 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 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 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 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 £49 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) ![Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2286543/08e08a25-fb8d-4fb5-aa0d-f1ba21c1d7ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ariki Adventures: Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure £81 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 £37 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/island-discovery-tour-by-island-hopper-vacations.a237033.activity-details) ![Ready to head off](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1394323/d44ac55f-3da5-4d20-a42f-3693896aaa6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim £64 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/explore-rarotonga-guided-bike-tour-with-lunch-and-swim.a1394323.activity-details) ![Eagle rays cook islands ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2365494/eb823fa7-0aa2-47c7-a05e-9e6c3c48f97c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cook Islands Turtle and Ray Tour £65 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cook-islands-turtle-and-ray-tour.a2365494.activity-details) !['Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1394341/692452bf-29a8-458e-8b7d-7f53dd63e6d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch £53 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/discover-rarotonga-cycling-tour-with-lunch.a1394341.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/9000000/8130000/8123800/8123718/33dfd217_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 ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (85 reviews) Great stay. Used the stove and laundry. Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=8123718&PinnedHotelID=8123718&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000382788) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=8123718&PinnedHotelID=8123718&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000382788) ![The Edgewater Resort & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1590000/1583400/1583329/8e785258_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Edgewater Resort & Spa Avarua Rarotonga £113 13 Feb - 14 Feb 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! (1,001 reviews) Love the place! Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=1583329&PinnedHotelID=1583329&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000382788) ![The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/810000/801800/801791/dd647014_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium Aroa Beach Marine Reserve, Arorangi Rarotonga 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! (511 reviews) Beach front location with great snorkeling and great buffet breakfast. Need more people to support water activities like the Vaka where you have to pull it back up from the beach. Also if providing Vaka lessons, I would recommend having an experience person on board when taking it out first ... Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=801791&PinnedHotelID=801791&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000382788) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%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 £99 23 Feb - 24 Feb 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. ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews) Great staff Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=2434054&PinnedHotelID=2434054&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000382788) ![The Islander Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8150000/8143900/8143900/ebb0374c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Islander Hotel Main Road Rarotonga £153 8 Feb - 9 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 8/10 Very Good! (567 reviews) Very nice people and close to the airport Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=8143900&PinnedHotelID=8143900&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000382788) ![Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3530000/3521900/3521884/c88970dc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only Aroa Beach & Marine Reserve Rarotonga Stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 7.8/10 Good! (449 reviews) Loved my stay here!! It was so tranquil and cool to have The Rarotongan next door for games and a busier atmosphere. Loved the amenities being right outside the rooms to take straight into the beach. There were so many activities each day there’s something for everyone. The staff were amazing - shoutout ... Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=3521884&PinnedHotelID=3521884&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000382788) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=3521884&PinnedHotelID=3521884&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000382788) [See all 360 properties in Tapere of Vaimaanga](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=3000382788) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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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 Muri Beach and Tikioki Marine Sanctuary 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, Tikioki Beach and Maire Nui Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing. 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