Tapere of Vaimaanga

Rarotonga
Photo by Maytravelfotoshoot
Photo by Maytravelfotoshoot

Popular places to visit

Image for Muri Beach

Muri Beach

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

Muri Beach
Image for Aroa Beach

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.

Aroa Beach
Image for Muri Lagoon

Muri Lagoon

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Muri Lagoon during your travels in Rarotonga. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its seafood restaurants.

Muri Lagoon
Image for Te Vara Nui Village

Te Vara Nui Village

Join an interactive experience to appreciate the authentic educational and entertaining story of Cook Islands’ culture.

Te Vara Nui Village
Image for Tikioki Marine Sanctuary

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.

Tikioki Marine Sanctuary
Image for Cook Islands Library and Museum

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.

Cook Islands Library and Museum

Things to do

Image for Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling

Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling

P3,582
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling
Image for Private Ocean & Earth Tour

Private Ocean & Earth Tour

P9,807
Per adult
Private Ocean & Earth Tour
Image for Private Myths & Legends Tour

Private Myths & Legends Tour

P9,807
Per adult
Private Myths & Legends Tour
Image for Shared Shuttle: Rarotonga Hotels

Shared Shuttle: Rarotonga Hotels

P1,279
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Shared Shuttle: Rarotonga Hotels
Image for Avarua Historical Walking Tour

Avarua Historical Walking Tour

P1,910
Per adult
Avarua Historical Walking Tour
Image for Private Arts & Crafts Tour with Lunch

Private Arts & Crafts Tour with Lunch

P9,807
Per adult
Private Arts & Crafts Tour with Lunch
See all activities in Rarotonga

Top hotels in Tapere of Vaimaanga

Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only
Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only
4 out of 5
Aroa Beach & Marine Reserve, Rarotonga
The price is P6,840 per night from 21 May to 22 May
P6,840
per night
21 May - 22 May
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Aroa Beach are ...
7.6/10 Good! (377 reviews)
"Rather dated and a"

Reviewed on May 16, 2024

Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only
The Edgewater Resort and Spa
The Edgewater Resort and Spa
3.5 out of 5
Avarua, Rarotonga
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P8,513 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
P8,513
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the family ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Great staffs, very polite, very respectful, very approachable, can’t complain. Guess it comes with the culture. Love the activities that are available. Learned a lot from the local staffs with the activities provided by the hotel. Coconut husking, coconut cream making, making head garlands, head ..."

Reviewed on May 15, 2024

The Edgewater Resort and Spa
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
3 out of 5
Ara Tapu, Avarua, Rarotonga
The price is P8,751 per night from 19 May to 20 May
P8,751
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 3-star beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (814 reviews)
"5 stars all round! The staff are very helpful and go the extra mile to make sure your stay is as comfortable as possible. Awesome atmosphere. The bar and pool was my favourite place to be. Only downside was our aircon kept leaking however that could’ve been due to the humidity but it still didn’t ..."

Reviewed on May 14, 2024

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
4 out of 5
Aroa Beach Marine Reserve, Arorangi, Ara Tapu Rd, Rarotonga
The price is P7,283 per night from 23 May to 24 May
P7,283
per night
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (356 reviews)
"The property needs an uplift. Our room fridge was faulty and leaking, the bunk bed was making a creaking noise every time you turn around so it was difficult to sleep. Felt the room was too small for 4 people but we managed. The staff was really good and helpful so didn't even want to complain. The ..."

Reviewed on Apr 29, 2024

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
The Islander Hotel
The Islander Hotel
3 out of 5
Main Road, Panama, Rarotonga
The price is P8,813 per night from 19 May to 20 May
P8,813
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (315 reviews)
"Great severs really recommend"

Reviewed on Apr 24, 2024

The Islander Hotel
Castaway Resort
Castaway Resort
3 out of 5
Arorangi, Main Road, Arorangi, Rarotonga
Stay at this 3-star beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (195 reviews)
"Rooms were clean and tidy. Staff went out of their way to resolve a couple of minor issues (out of their control). Bar is only open from 4pm daily. We were in rooms 1,2 and 3 and the rooms above were quite noisy"

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2024

Get rates
Castaway Resort
See all 334 properties in Tapere of Vaimaanga
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Tapere of Vaimaanga

With the heat unbearable, even the local pups are happy to take a dip in these beautiful waters of the Cook Islands. Took me a fair few tries to get to this beautiful place, but when I eventually did, it was absolutely worth the wait! #LifeatExpedia #Beaches

Tapere of Rutaki

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

Tapere of Rutaki
Ngatangiia

Takitumu District

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

Takitumu District
Arorangi showing general coastal views and kayaking or canoeing

Arorangi

Arorangi is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Aroa Beach and Black Rock.

Arorangi
Rarotonga featuring a cascade and a pond

Takuvaine Tapere

While visiting Takuvaine Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Cook Islands Library and Museum and Cook Island Christian Church.

Takuvaine Tapere
Titikaveka showing tranquil scenes

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.

Tapere of Titikaveka
Default Image

Turangi Tapere

While Turangi Tapere might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Muri Beach and Te Vara Nui Village.

Turangi Tapere

Search cruises