Visit Tupapa 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
Swim With The Turtles Rarotonga
Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure
'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch
Eco Friendly Sea Scooter Turtle Tour in Rarotonga
Top hotels in Tupapa Tapere
Ikurangi Eco Retreat
Loved the freshness and flavour of the breakfast. The staff were very nice and friendly. Our room was spacious, lovely and clean.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
Clean rooms Staff was very helpful and polite I would recommend the Edge Water resort
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
Food was amazing, staff are wonderfull. The property needs some maintenance but staff where working away on it. It was clean and everything you need is there.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
We were very impressed with club raro will be back
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only
Absolutely love staying at the Rarotongan…Service is fantastic, Staff are delightful and always happy, Best lagoon on the island and beautiful sunsets….
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Pacific Resort Rarotonga
Nice breakfast. Loved our beachfront room. Also really appreciated the washer/dryer facilities. Dinner at the restaurant was exceptional. The staff could not have been more friendly. We will be back
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Tupapa 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.
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 Cook Islands Library and Museum.
Turangi Tapere
While Turangi Tapere isn't home to many top sights, Muri Beach and Te Vara Nui Village are some notable places to visit nearby.
Areiti Tapere
While visiting Areiti Tapere, 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.
Muri
While visiting Muri, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets.
