Title: Visit Tapere of Vaimaanga: Best of Tapere of Vaimaanga, Rarotonga Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Tapere of Vaimaanga](https://expedia.ca/Tapere-Of-Vaimaanga-Rarotonga-Hotels.0-n3000382788-0.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)[Tapere of Vaimaanga Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Tapere-Of-Vaimaanga.d3000382788.Car-Rental-Guide)[Tapere of Vaimaanga Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Tapere-Of-Vaimaanga.d3000382788.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Tapere of Vaimaanga ## Rarotonga ![Oasis inside forest te rua manga trek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000382788/adcec6ce-943e-4ee3-97db-3752c7111ddd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Oasis inside forest te rua manga trek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000382788/adcec6ce-943e-4ee3-97db-3752c7111ddd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![What an #adventure on our trip to "The Needle" one of the highest points on the island of #rarotonga](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000382788/b160eb8e-89eb-491c-bf59-75901b4ad8a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Tapere of Vaimaanga Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Rarotonga travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Rarotonga.dx6055262) --- ### Popular places to visit ![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) ![Te Vara Nui Village as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6311846/87d951aa-e016-4fc0-bdbd-c755d942e236.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Te Vara Nui Village Join an interactive experience to appreciate the authentic educational and entertaining story of Cook Islands’ culture. [](https://expedia.ca/Te-Vara-Nui-Village-Muri.d6311846.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 $156 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) ![Ready to head off](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1394323/d44ac55f-3da5-4d20-a42f-3693896aaa6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim CA $124 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/explore-rarotonga-guided-bike-tour-with-lunch-and-swim.a1394323.activity-details) !['Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1394341/692452bf-29a8-458e-8b7d-7f53dd63e6d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch CA $102 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/discover-rarotonga-cycling-tour-with-lunch.a1394341.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 $148 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/eco-friendly-sea-scooter-turtle-tour-in-rarotonga.a49543547.activity-details) ![A Turtle Tour on Rarotonga - small groups, premium experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48456671/fcb3b88b-3567-4a1b-b83f-d1bd55d2b01d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### A Turtle Tour on Rarotonga - small groups, premium experience CA $159 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/a-turtle-tour-on-rarotonga-small-groups.a48456671.activity-details) [See all activities in Rarotonga](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Rarotonga.d6055262.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Tapere of Vaimaanga Hotel Deals ![Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8130000/8123800/8123718/33dfd217_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape Ara Tapu Road Rarotonga Stay at this aparthotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Wigmore's Waterfall are located ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (85 reviews) Great stay. Used the stove and laundry. Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=8123718&PinnedHotelID=8123718&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000382788) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=8123718&PinnedHotelID=8123718&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000382788) ![The Edgewater Resort & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1590000/1583400/1583329/8e785258_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Edgewater Resort & Spa Avarua Rarotonga CA $189 CA $218 total Feb 13 - Feb 14 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews) Love the place! Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=1583329&PinnedHotelID=1583329&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000382788) ![The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/810000/801800/801791/dd647014_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium Aroa Beach Marine Reserve, Arorangi Rarotonga Book a stay at this 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! (511 reviews) Beach front location with great snorkeling and great buffet breakfast. Need more people to support water activities like the Vaka where you have to pull it back up from the beach. Also if providing Vaka lessons, I would recommend having an experience person on board when taking it out first ... 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(1,003 reviews) Great staff good position Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=2434054&PinnedHotelID=2434054&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000382788) ![The Islander Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8150000/8143900/8143900/ebb0374c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Islander Hotel Main Road Rarotonga CA $250 CA $287 total Feb 10 - Feb 11 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ... 8/10 Very Good! (567 reviews) Very nice people and close to the airport Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=8143900&PinnedHotelID=8143900&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000382788) ![Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3530000/3521900/3521884/c88970dc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only Aroa Beach & Marine Reserve Rarotonga Book a stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 7.8/10 Good! (449 reviews) Loved my stay here!! It was so tranquil and cool to have The Rarotongan next door for games and a busier atmosphere. Loved the amenities being right outside the rooms to take straight into the beach. There were so many activities each day there’s something for everyone. The staff were amazing - shoutout ... 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Make a stop by Aroa Beach while you're exploring. [](https://expedia.ca/Cook-Islands-Tapere-Of-Rutaki.dx3000664883) ![If you're looking for a perfect beach in Rarotonga, head to Muri Beach to the East coast. There are a couple of sand motus in the lagoon, which you can swim or kayak to when the conditions are alright. ](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) ![Arorangi showing general coastal views and kayaking or canoeing](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055265/0d66cf3a-caff-4aac-a8e5-b238d83b97ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Arorangi 4.5/5(14 area reviews) Arorangi is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Aroa Beach and Black Rock. [](https://expedia.ca/Rarotonga-Arorangi.dx6055265) ![Titikaveka showing tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055269/ff5eef36-9be9-4923-90be-55d3376fffdc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Tapere of Titikaveka 4/5(3 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Rarotonga-Tapere-Of-Titikaveka.dx6055269) ![Infinity pool at little polynesian resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/319627223638213736/05646097-3b6f-41bf-82ef-da4a5b00a9dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Akapuao Tapere While visiting Akapuao Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Tikioki Beach and Maire Nui Botanical Gardens. 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