About Rarotonga island

The gentle sea with the purest water and the magnificent sandy beaches of Rarotonga island attract more and more tourists yearly. The crystal turquoise color of the seawater sets the level of your vacation somewhere between stunning and perfect. So if you are looking for the perfect sea, this is your place!

Rarotonga island Best beaches

view the highest rated beaches in area

Senior friendly

Tokerau Beach

Arorangi 1.5 km
Very good
8.3
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Sand bottom
4.9 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Muri Beach

Muri 0.4 km
Very good
8.2
Partly hotel beach • Easy access • White fine sand • Small open area • Crowded in season • Distant parking
5.5 Amenities index

Aroa Beach

Arorangi 3.4 km
Very good
8.1
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Sand bottom
2.1 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Titikaveka Beach

Titikaveka 0.6 km
Good
7.9
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Turquoise pure water • Fine sand bottom
2.7 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Manuia Beach

Arorangi 0.6 km
Good
7.9
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
6.6 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Nikao Beach

Nikao 1.2 km
Good
7.7
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Sand bottom
2.7 Amenities index

Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 11 beaches in the island.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Rarotonga island.

Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Rarotonga island, they are as follows:

  • The island's beaches are mainly narrow, long and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is sand of bright color.
  • Usually, entry into the water is moderately gentle, such beaches are 6.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Rarotonga island is less than 500 meters. 11 beaches are relatively easy to access.

The vast majority of Rarotonga island beaches have the necessary amenities, such as sun loungers, umbrellas, beach cafes, showers and toilets.

Latest reviews on Rarotonga island's beaches

Tokerau Beach
10 Daniel Larkspur

We had a fantastic time during our stay. The garden view room we stayed in was one of the newer ones and was exceptionally clean. The staff at the hotel were absolutely amazing, especially the guys at the Activity hut who were both talented and helpful. The location of Edgewater was very convenient as it was close to the bus stop. The food at the hotel exceeded our expectations in terms of value. It had a great selection of Kiwi tucker. The kids club was absolutely awesome, and once again, the staff there were amazing.

Aroa Beach
7 Zynett

What a charming little nook with plenty of room to park your ride! Just keep in mind that you'll be facing the sun all day long, even in the winter. But hey, it's worth it for the primo snorkeling opportunities. Just be prepared for a bit of a gritty sand situation on this side of the island.

Titikaveka Beach
10 Ron Weaver

Without question, the most ideal spot to stay on Rarotonga is undoubtedly here. The villas have been recently renovated and are situated directly on a stunning beach that offers a breathtaking view of the lagoon. It is incredibly peaceful as it is set away from the road leading to the lagoon, unlike many other accommodations in Rarotonga that are located along the road. The owners and management are exceptionally friendly and always ready to assist. This was our second stay and we will definitely be coming back. - Rob Towner

Nikao Beach
8 Kashton James

Wow, the beach looks absolutely amazing.

Arorangi Beach
10 Rick M.

To be honest, the beds are a bit firm and the rooms are a bit worn out, and sometimes we had to remind the staff for beach towels or toilet paper... but let's focus on the positive things that Al, Lisa, and the amazing team are already addressing. This place is not like those generic and soulless resorts that you can find anywhere in the world. It has a cozy size with only 12 rooms, and it's located right on the beach (I mean, right on the beach!). We discovered the best snorkeling spot in Raro, which happens to be in the marine reserve just outside our doorstep. We even saw whales multiple times a day! The staff was incredibly accommodating and we had a blast. There were 12 of us and we felt completely at home. We definitely plan on coming back!

Pue Stream Beach
10 Leah Nova

We recently stayed at Club Raro with our 1 and 7 year old children, and I'm really glad we had the opportunity to experience it before it becomes an adults-only resort. The staff at the resort are absolutely amazing, and I can't praise them enough. They are incredibly friendly, accommodating, and helpful. They went above and beyond to give our kids extra attention and love, which made our stay incredibly memorable. They happily catered to any of our needs. The resort itself is clean and well-maintained. While the rooms may be a bit small for a family, they are perfect for a couple or adults-only. The pool was fantastic for our kids, and the swim-up bar was a great bonus. The food at the resort is delicious, and we ended up eating most of our meals there. I highly recommend Club Raro and can't wait to visit again, this time without children, haha.

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

The hottest month of the island is February - air temperature during this time warms up to 27.9°C and water up to 28.5°C in March. The coldest month is October - air temperature drops to 23.7°C and water to 25.2°C.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Rarotonga island? In total there are 11 beaches and the most popular is Tokerau Beach.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the main features of best beaches in Rarotonga island?

When it comes to finding the best beaches in Rarotonga island, the following aspects should be taken into account.

There are 11 beaches in total, of which about 3 can be called high-rated.

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