Takuvaine Tapere Travel Guide
Rarotonga





Visit Takuvaine Tapere
Popular places to visit

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 Island Christian Church
Attend a service and chat with locals in this small and charming whitewashed church, which dates back to the mid 19th century.

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.
Things to do

Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling

'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim

'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch

Island Discovery Tour by Island Hopper Vacations

Swim With The Turtles Rarotonga
Top hotels in Takuvaine Tapere

The Edgewater Resort & Spa
Clean rooms Staff was very helpful and polite I would recommend the Edge Water resort
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
Staff are amazing, property and service high quality. Meitaki
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
We were very impressed with club raro will be back
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025

Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only
Absolutely love staying at the Rarotongan…Service is fantastic, Staff are delightful and always happy, Best lagoon on the island and beautiful sunsets….
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025

Pacific Resort Rarotonga
Nice breakfast. Loved our beachfront room. Also really appreciated the washer/dryer facilities. Dinner at the restaurant was exceptional. The staff could not have been more friendly. We will be back
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025

Muri Beach Club
We appreciated the easy check in process along with the daily cleanings. It was a great touch that everyone always knew our name and greeted us.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Takuvaine Tapere

Avarua
Beaches, snorkelling and bars are just a few things travellers enjoy about Avarua. Check out Cook Islands Library and Museum or Punanga Nui Market while you're exploring the area.

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.

Kiikii Tapere
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kiikii Tapere and surrounding area, you can visit Beachcomber Pearl Market and Cook Islands Library and Museum.

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.

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

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.

