Tapere of Vaimaanga
Rarotonga


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Popular places to visit

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

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.

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.

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

Ariki Adventures: Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure

'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim

Swim With The Turtles Rarotonga

Island Discovery Tour by Island Hopper Vacations

Private Rarotonga Turtle Tour
Top hotels in Tapere of Vaimaanga

Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape
Our stay here was amazing! Staff were so kind and the pool was amazing!
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

The Edgewater Resort & Spa
Good sunset view and cultural show. Room big clean and tidy with a good view. A bit dated. Staff were great.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

The Islander Hotel
Staff were very friendly and helpful, rooms clean and restaurant great
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
Great location. The lagoon infront was amazing and you literally can swim with a turtle in that lagoon. Staff were super friendly and good variety of food in options. Must visit
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
Room was VERY clean (smelt like a (freshly cleaned) public toilet). Room wand resort was a bit rundown. Staff were fine. Good location, near to town and the airport. We left before breakfast and they prepared a takeaway breakfast for us which was good. All in all good. But expensive for what it ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

Crown Beach Resort & Spa
Other neighbourhoods around Tapere of Vaimaanga

Tapere of Rutaki
Beaches, snorkelling and restaurants highlight some of the notable features of Tapere of Rutaki. Make a stop by Aroa Beach while you're exploring.

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

Arorangi
Arorangi is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Aroa Beach and Black Rock.

Tapere of Titikaveka
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.

Akapuao Tapere
If you're spending some time in Akapuao Tapere, Tikioki Beach and Maire Nui Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

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