Title: Visit Akapuao Tapere: Best of Akapuao Tapere, Rarotonga Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Akapuao Tapere](https://expedia.ca/Akapuao-Tapere-Rarotonga-Hotels.0-n553248635976385073-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Rarotonga](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Rarotonga.d6055262.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Rarotonga](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Rarotonga.d6055262.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Akapuao Tapere Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Akapuao-Tapere.d553248635976385073.Car-Rental-Guide)[Akapuao Tapere Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Akapuao-Tapere.d553248635976385073.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Akapuao Tapere ## Rarotonga ![Akapuao Tapere](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/319627223638213736/05646097-3b6f-41bf-82ef-da4a5b00a9dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Akapuao Tapere](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/319627223638213736/1f0788e8-7ec6-428f-b6ea-4239f37676a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Akapuao Tapere](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/319627223638213736/08cbad55-5997-4c0a-871d-cc10cec555c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Akapuao Tapere](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562724984/0302690b-6bbb-46aa-8a48-596cdf28411d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Akapuao Tapere](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562724984/af4e9e3b-a26f-4829-bc9b-428d66eb1a54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Akapuao Tapere Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Rarotonga travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Rarotonga.dx6055262) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Maire Nui Botanical Gardens](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562724984/dc394724-df00-456a-969f-0a37926d03c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Maire-Nui-Botanical-Gardens-Takitumu-District.d553248621562724984.Vacation-Attraction) ![Muri Beach showing tropical scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055267/2a662e9a-fcb0-4422-924d-ae96403bf801.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Muri Beach Stretch out comfortably on the bone-white beach while watching the sunrise over Rarotonga’s popular lagoon. [](https://expedia.ca/Muri-Beach-Muri.d6055267.Vacation-Attraction) ![Aro\'a Beach showing a sandy beach as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6142568/aace02c5-a329-4887-8b3c-8f38072990ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Aroa-Beach-Arorangi.d6142568.Vacation-Attraction) ![Sunrise at Cape Tourville, Freycinet Peninsula, Tasmania, Shutterstock ID 439005910, Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532611404/ed7788f5-79e7-418f-8bad-24f64fde8e9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Muri-Lagoon-Rarotonga.d553248621532611404.Vacation-Attraction) ![Tikioki Marine Sanctuary which includes a sandy beach and tropical scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127390/f015973f-482b-49a9-82cd-0ef3610282f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Tikioki-Marine-Sanctuary-Tapere-of-Titikaveka.d6127390.Vacation-Attraction) ![Rarotonga featuring interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6101154/d511a9e2-028a-421c-95a8-dfe69dfcb646.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Cook-Islands-Library-And-Museum-Rarotonga.d6101154.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Ariki Adventures: Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2286543/4fe684b9-dfc7-4ece-b9e3-c9daf3caef76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ariki Adventures: Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure CA $154 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/ariki-adventures-premium-sea-scooter-turtle-adventure.a2286543.activity-details) ![Tpour bus in Cook Islands](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/237033/42dcba75-4bd1-4268-83ee-997bac9a0c15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Island Discovery Tour by Island Hopper Vacations CA $72 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/island-discovery-tour-by-island-hopper-vacations.a237033.activity-details) ![The secret waterfall ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1394323/9ea63ab4-164f-41a1-8a23-f080289ba9cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim CA $123 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/explore-rarotonga-guided-bike-tour-with-lunch-and-swim.a1394323.activity-details) ![ Eco Friendly Sea Scooter Turtle Tour in Rarotonga ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49543547/7541f818-c282-41ae-b99a-0fce679f8e1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Eco Friendly Sea Scooter Turtle Tour in Rarotonga CA $147 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/eco-friendly-sea-scooter-turtle-tour-in-rarotonga.a49543547.activity-details) ![Eagle rays cook islands ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2365494/eb823fa7-0aa2-47c7-a05e-9e6c3c48f97c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cook Islands Turtle and Ray Tour CA $123 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cook-islands-turtle-and-ray-tour.a2365494.activity-details) ![At Black Rock / Tuoro.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1394341/78339fea-830f-411b-ac8b-e37cdbebd3de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch CA $101 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/discover-rarotonga-cycling-tour-with-lunch.a1394341.activity-details) [See all activities in Rarotonga](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Rarotonga.d6055262.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Akapuao Tapere Hotel Deals ![Little Polynesian Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3973700/3973681/2fbb4db9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Little Polynesian Resort Main Road, Titikaveka Rarotonga CA $590 CA $679 total Apr 10 - Apr 11 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Maire Nui Botanical Gardens ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (105 reviews) Rog the housekeeping guy was excellent . And Tom the waiter was very good as well. Room was ocean front as promised and staff and food were wonderful. Fantastic stay!!!! Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=3973681&PinnedHotelID=3973681&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976385073) ![Raina Holiday Accommodation](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2940000/2938100/2938047/w882h660x0y5-eb66eff7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Raina Holiday Accommodation Akapauo, Titikaveka, South East Rarotonga Stay at this hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, WiFi (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Muri Beach and Tikioki Beach are ... 7/10 Good! (98 reviews) 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 Nov 10, 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=2938047&PinnedHotelID=2938047&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976385073) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=2938047&PinnedHotelID=2938047&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976385073) ![LeoMae Rarotonga. Stunning home in Titikaveka.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37990900/37990852/85eb2466_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### LeoMae Rarotonga. Stunning home in Titikaveka. Akapuao Takitumu District Stay at this vacation home in Rarotonga. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Maire Nui Botanical Gardens ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (69 reviews) Good host, house was everything we needed Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=37990852&PinnedHotelID=37990852&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976385073) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=37990852&PinnedHotelID=37990852&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976385073) ![Lyas Holiday Home - 20 metres from a stunning beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33750000/33747200/33747135/5fb2751f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lyas Holiday Home - 20 metres from a stunning beach Tikioki Beach Rarotonga Stay at this vacation home in Rarotonga. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Maire Nui Botanical Gardens are located ... 9/10 Wonderful! (37 reviews) Great position and Charlie’s was just across the road which is a fantastic restaurant, great service and foodBest swimming/ snorkeling beach 3 mins driveInsect screens on windows good Clean and tidyFew issues on arrival -No hot water and the hobs/oven didn’t work (this was fixed next day but ignition ... Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=33747135&PinnedHotelID=33747135&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976385073) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=33747135&PinnedHotelID=33747135&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976385073) ![Lyas Bungalow 2 - The best snorkeling across the road](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33650000/33646300/33646295/ce74e728_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lyas Bungalow 2 - The best snorkeling across the road Tikioki Beach Tikioki Stay at this cottage in Rarotonga. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Maire Nui Botanical Gardens are located ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews) We loved our stay here! The kitchen facilities are very minimal but honestly it's too hot to cook most of the time anyway! Charlies bar across the road is a fantastic option for meals. Everything was neat and clean when we arrived, and we appreciated that all the windows had bug screens. The check ... 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(1,002 reviews) We stay at the Edgewater every year and it is always very comfortable and the staff are great, it might be time to review the restaurant menu however Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F04%2F2026&endDate=28%2F04%2F2026&selected=1583329&PinnedHotelID=1583329&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976385073) [See all 371 properties in Akapuao Tapere](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=28%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248635976385073) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Rarotonga-Tapere-Of-Titikaveka.dx6055269) ![Takitumu District](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055267/b3d8c044-9acb-4202-97e4-ed5b8b6c6013.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Takitumu District While visiting Takitumu District, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets. [](https://expedia.ca/Rarotonga-Takitumu-District.dx553248635975856248) ![Areiti Tapere](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055267/d4fdad72-83f8-4186-bf4c-66e7b5f931d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Areiti Tapere While visiting Areiti Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Night Markets and Muri Beach. [](https://expedia.ca/Areiti-Tapere.dx553248635976383981) ![Muri](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975856248/1178ea06-2961-4485-a120-4e415f84947c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Muri If you're spending some time in Muri, Muri Night Markets and Muri Lagoon are top sights worth seeing. 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