Turangi Tapere Travel Guide

Rarotonga

Turangi Tapere

Popular places to visit

Muri Beach which includes tropical scenes

Muri Beach

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

Muri Beach
Aro\'a Beach featuring a sandy beach as well as a couple

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
Muri 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.

Muri Lagoon
Tikioki Marine Sanctuary which includes tropical scenes and a sandy beach

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
Te Vara Nui Village as well as a large group of people

Te Vara Nui Village

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

Te Vara Nui Village
Rarotonga which includes interior views

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

Snorkelling from the glass bottom boat

Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling

฿2,174
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling
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'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim

฿2,627
per adult
'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim
Tpour bus in Cook Islands

Island Discovery Tour by Island Hopper Vacations

฿1,654
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Island Discovery Tour by Island Hopper Vacations
An Eagle Ray and Turtle Tour-Small Groups & Photography Included

An Eagle Ray and Turtle Tour-Small Groups & Photography Included

฿4,366
per adult
An Eagle Ray and Turtle Tour-Small Groups & Photography Included
Panoramic view of the Cook Island beaches

Private Ocean & Earth Tour

฿5,599
per adult
Private Ocean & Earth Tour
Tourists having fun on the Cook Islands

Private Arts & Crafts Tour with Lunch

฿5,599
per adult
Private Arts & Crafts Tour with Lunch
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Top hotels in Turangi Tapere

Tropical Sands

Tropical Sands

3 out of 5
Muri Village (4 minutes away), Rarotonga
Stay at this 3-star beach apartment in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Popular attractions Muri Beach and Aroa Beach are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (120 reviews)
"Location and rooms were excellent, hosts were lovely. Only disappointment was the ceiling leaking due to heavy rains on last night, woke up to very wet ankle deep water on the bedroom floor. Would however definitely stay again and highly recommend."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

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Ocean Escape Resort&Spa

Ocean Escape Resort&Spa

4 out of 5
1 Ara Tapu, Turangi Village, Rarotonga, Rarotonga
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Aroa Beach are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (32 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay at a very chill resort."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

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Ocean Escape Resort&Spa
Coast Cook Islands - 3-Bedroom Beachfront Pool Villa

Coast Cook Islands - 3-Bedroom Beachfront Pool Villa

4 out of 5
Turangi, Ngantangiia, Rarotonga
Stay at this 4-star beach villa in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Muri Beach and Aroa Beach are ...
"Really loved waking up to the sunrise and the tranquility of the ocean. Great property to house our family of 6 adults. Sound system awesome."

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2022

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Coast Cook Islands - 3-Bedroom Beachfront Pool Villa
Paradise Holiday Homes Rarotonga

Paradise Holiday Homes Rarotonga

4 out of 5
Ara Metua, Kauare, Titikaveka, Rarotonga
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, private pools and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Popular attractions Muri Beach and Aroa Beach are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (10 reviews)
"It would have been great to have had a cold shower outside to rinse yourself off. But a great place to go for walks and close to a shop and car and bike hire."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2025

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Paradise Holiday Homes Rarotonga
The Edgewater Resort & Spa

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

3.5 out of 5
Avarua, Rarotonga
The price is ฿4,942 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿4,942
฿5,683 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
Get a waterfront room. Sunset is magic!
"Great location as it is less then 10 minutes to airport and town proper, Breakfast is ok , pricesare a little expensive for the quality of food and drink on offer, It is getting older now and needs a tidy up but its a good solid hotel to use as your base. Make sure you get a waterfront room. Sunset ..."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

The Edgewater Resort & Spa
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

4 out of 5
Aroa Beach Marine Reserve, Arorangi, Ara Tapu Rd, Rarotonga
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the family amenities ...
8/10 Very Good! (465 reviews)
"Great holiday for couples or with the whole family."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

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The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
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Other neighbourhoods around Turangi Tapere

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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.

Matavera
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Areiti Tapere

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

Areiti Tapere
Muri Beach showing general coastal views

Muri

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

Muri
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Tupapa Tapere

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Tupapa Tapere and surrounding area, you can visit Muri Beach and Cook Islands Library and Museum.

Tupapa Tapere
Rarotonga featuring a waterfall and a pond

Takuvaine Tapere

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

Takuvaine Tapere
Ngatangiia

Takitumu District

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

Takitumu District

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