Southern Cook Islands
Travel Guide
Visit Southern Cook Islands
Where to stay in Southern Cook Islands
Takitumu District
While visiting Takitumu District, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets.
Muri
If you're spending some time in Muri, Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets are top sights worth seeing.
Arorangi
Arorangi is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Aroa Beach and Black Rock.
Tapere of Titikaveka
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.
Takuvaine Tapere
While visiting Takuvaine Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Cook Islands Library and Museum and Arai-Te-Tonga.
Avarua
Beaches, snorkeling, and bars are some highlights of Avarua. Make a stop by Cook Islands Library and Museum or Punanga Nui Market while you're exploring.
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
It's a family resort, great for beach and sun. Staff are really friendly and helpful. We met with 18 family members and we really enjoyed our time here..
Reviewed on 2026/4/8
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
Th beachfront room was amazing and the staff were so friendly in the restaurant each day. We will be back
Reviewed on 2026/4/11
Aitutaki Lagoon Private Island Resort - Adults Only
Spectacular place and location, great bungalows.
Reviewed on 2026/4/7
Kia Orana Villas and Spa
Room was great. Staff was amazing and Joe was kind allowing us to have breakfast earlier thank opening time on our first morning.
Reviewed on 2025/11/18
Ocean Escape Resort&Spa
Beautifully appointed rooms with every detail well-planned, including lovely snacks and a continental breakfast. The staff is friendly, the owners are incredible hosts. I will return!
Reviewed on 2026/4/7
The Cooks Oasis
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Cooks Oasis! Although the resort is a bit difficult to find, due to signage at the street having been removed, we loved the location. We checked in on a Sunday which meant the staff was not working. No problem, they got the room ready and left us a note on their ...
Reviewed on 2026/3/13
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.
Akitua Island
Relax in a luxury bungalow on a remote islet where a blue lagoon and an untouched reef teeming with tropical fish are close and convenient.
Te Vara Nui Village
Join an interactive experience to appreciate the authentic educational and entertaining story of Cook Islands’ culture.
