Things to do in Ngatangiia

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Ngatangiia
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Ngatangiia showing a church or cathedral
Ngatangiia featuring signage
Ngatangiia featuring a pebble beach

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1. Muri Beach

On southeast Rarotonga, find some of the island’s best snorkeling at the idyllic Muri Beach. Lounge on powdery sand, explore exquisite marine life, discover Polynesian culture and heritage and see the sights of Rarotonga Island.
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Muri Beach showing tropical scenes

2. Aroa Beach

Enjoy the freedom and serenity of the pristine Aroa Beach. Relax under swaying coconut trees, float on the currents, read a favorite book or swing in a hammock for hours. This tropical shoreline is a world-class scuba and snorkeling destination where multi-colored marine creatures provide mesmerizing underwater photo opportunities with every turn.
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Aro\'a Beach which includes a sandy beach as well as a couple

3. Te Vara Nui Village

See a concentration of Maori cultural artifacts and performances at Te Vara Nui Village. The setting itself is alluring, with a lake, islands, volcanic rock gardens and small waterfalls.
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Te Vara Nui Village as well as a large group of people

4. Tikioki Marine Sanctuary

Find some of the most stunning sea life in the South Pacific at the Tikioki Marine Sanctuary. Scuba, snorkel or swim in transparent water to see numerous tropical fish species in Rarotonga's southern lagoon.
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Tikioki Marine Sanctuary which includes tropical scenes and a sandy beach

5. Cook Islands Library and Museum

Away from sunny shores and thick island vegetation is the peaceful refuge of the Cook Islands Library and Museum. Come here to learn about the fascinating past of this region of more than a dozen islands scattered across the Pacific Ocean. Borrow books for your beach reading too.
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Rarotonga featuring interior views

6. Beachcomber Pearl Market

Take home a memento of your stay in the Cook Islands from the historic Beachcomber Pearl Market. Find Polynesian jewelry, giftware, ceramics, contemporary and traditional artworks and a selection of the famed Cook Islands black pearls. Browse the little stores in this landmark building, explore the adjoining art gallery and sit in the shady courtyard while enjoying coffee made from beans grown on Atiu.
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Beachcomber Pearl Market showing shopping

What to do in Ngatangiia

Popular places to visit

Muri Beach showing tropical scenes

Muri Beach

4.5/5(5 reviews)

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

Muri Beach
Aro\'a Beach which includes a sandy beach as well as a couple

Aroa Beach

5/5(2 reviews)

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

5/5(5 reviews)

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
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
Tikioki Marine Sanctuary which includes tropical scenes and a sandy beach

Tikioki Marine Sanctuary

4/5(1 review)

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
Rarotonga featuring interior views

Cook Islands Library and Museum

5/5(1 review)

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
Beachcomber Pearl Market showing shopping

Beachcomber Pearl Market

4/5(1 review)

Find Polynesian arts and crafts, lustrous black pearls and some of the best coffee on the island in this historic building.

Beachcomber Pearl Market
Rarotonga featuring a cemetery

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.

Cook Island Christian Church
Rarotonga showing markets

Punanga Nui Market

4/5(1 review)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Punanga Nui Market during your stay in Rarotonga. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or seek out the snorkelling spots.

Punanga Nui Market

Areas of Ngatangiia

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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Areiti Tapere

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

Areiti Tapere
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Turangi Tapere

4/5(1 area review)

While Turangi Tapere isn't home to many top sights, Muri Beach and Te Vara Nui Village are some notable places to visit nearby.

Turangi Tapere

 

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