Tapere of Rutaki
Rarotonga
Visit Tapere of Rutaki
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.
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.
Te Vara Nui Village
Join an interactive experience to appreciate the authentic educational and entertaining story of Cook Islands’ culture.
Things to do
Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling
Ariki Adventures: Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure
Swim With The Turtles Rarotonga
Island Discovery Tour by Island Hopper Vacations
'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim
Top hotels in Tapere of Rutaki
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
The breakfast was so good. Staff was so friendly and always smiling. Good energy from everyone. Activities were so fun. Good location and good snorkeling spot. I'll definitely go back.
Reviewed on May 16, 2026
The Islander Hotel
Great property
Reviewed on May 13, 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 Apr 27, 2026
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
They stay ticked all the boxes excellent housekeeping and stsff friendly. We will return
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Pacific Resort Rarotonga
Pacific Resort is beautiful especially the beach. We were lucky enough to snorkel and see heaps of colourful fish and many turtles. Breakfast buffet was very standard and for the price it could improve. The lunch and dinner was good but I think that it should be more variety. For example you could ...
Reviewed on May 2, 2026
Nautilus Resort
Lovely room. I really appreciated the mosquito bed nets. Janet and her colleagues in the restaurant were fantastic. Neil on reception went out of his way to be helpful. I would definitely recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on Apr 16, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tapere of Rutaki
Tapere of Vaimaanga
Travelers like the museums in Tapere of Vaimaanga, and Wigmore's Waterfall is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Arorangi
Arorangi is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Aroa Beach and Black Rock.
Takitumu District
While visiting Takitumu District, 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.
Avarua
Beaches, snorkeling, and bars are some highlights of Avarua. Make a stop by Cook Islands Library and Museum or Cook Islands National Museum while you're exploring.
Tapere of Titikaveka
Tapere of Titikaveka is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Muri Beach and Tikioki Marine Sanctuary while in the area.
