Akapuao Tapere Travel Guide
Rarotonga
Visit Akapuao Tapere
Popular places to visit
Maire Nui Botanical Gardens
Enjoy a stroll around these colorful, tropical flower-filled gardens followed by a lunch featuring fresh garden produce in the on-site café.
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.
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
'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch
Island Discovery Tour by Island Hopper Vacations
'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim
Top hotels in Akapuao Tapere
Little Polynesian Resort
Not worth the $$$
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Raina Holiday Accommodation
It totally served the purpose. Clean and tidy, friendly staff, and an excellent location. Not only just over the road from the beach, but a very popular restaurant was only a short walk away. We would go back again to Raina Holiday accommodation.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
Ocean view but uncomfortable couch and beds had no bed heads so pillows slipped away. Decor was aged. Staff were friendly though. I thought overpriced for the state of the unit.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
Wifi unreliable. Tv channels advertised not available. Bar staff service lacking.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
We had a fantastic stay, we were here for 7 nights they catered to all our needs, even did a special happy honeymoon sign for us in our room. The van driver gave us great tips.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Crown Beach Resort & Spa
We did not use the pool, we were nervous of mosquitoes, the spa was really nice we received 25% discount during our stay
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Akapuao Tapere
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.
Takitumu District
While visiting Takitumu District, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets.
Areiti Tapere
While visiting Areiti Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets.
Muri
While visiting Muri, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets.
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.
Matavera
Some popular features of Matavera include its beaches and snorkelling. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Arai-Te-Tonga or Muri Beach are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
