Popular places to visit
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.
Te Vara Nui Village
Join an interactive experience to appreciate the authentic educational and entertaining story of Cook Islands’ culture.
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
'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim
Swim With The Turtles Rarotonga
Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure
'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch
A Turtle Tour on Rarotonga - small groups, premium experience
Matavera Hotel Deals
Ikurangi Eco Retreat
Beautiful and quiet. Great service. God pricing. Thoroughly enjoyed the stay.
Reviewed on Aug 30, 2025
Seaside Beachfront Villas
Overall the stay was great. Very quite. Very clean on arrival. Just need some communication sent before arrival on how to find keys.
Reviewed on Oct 6, 2025
Charlie's Villas
great location, great price, very private -took a while to get use to the neighbors roosters will be back with the family Thank you
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
Had the best time at the Edgewater Resort, room was totally spotless, the staff were very friendly always welcoming and the food was delicious, were definitely will stay here again 10/10 cant fault anything.
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
Family friendly. Amazing lagoon filled with so much sea life. Staff were absolutely phenomenal. Rooms are a little outdated and small, but we were only in them to sleep.
Reviewed on Oct 11, 2025
Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only
Having direct access to the marine reserve for snorkeling, swimming and free use of equipment was fantastic.
Reviewed on Oct 22, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Matavera
Tupapa Tapere
While Tupapa Tapere isn't home to many top sights, Muri Beach and Cook Islands Library and Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Turangi Tapere
While Turangi Tapere might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Muri Beach and Te Vara Nui Village.
Kiikii Tapere
When in Kiikii Tapere, you can plan a visit to Beachcomber Pearl Market and Cook Islands Library and Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Areiti Tapere
While visiting Areiti Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets.
Takuvaine Tapere
While visiting Takuvaine Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Cook Islands Library and Museum and Arai-Te-Tonga.
Muri
If you're spending some time in Muri, Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets are top sights worth seeing.