Rarotonga Beaches Travel, Vacation & Holiday Guide

COOK ISLAND BEACHES - RAROTONGA

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Rarotonga has been a popular holiday destination for many years. With its high jagged peaks and surrounding turquoise lagoon, is often named a 'jewel in the Pacific'and is surrounded by beautiful coral beaches. The island stands 14,750 feet (4500m) above the ocean floor. It is 20 miles (32k) in circumference. At a depth of 13,000 feet (4000m) the volcano is some 31 miles (50k) in diameter. The highest peak is 2140 feet (658m) above sea level.

Muri Beach and Nagatangiaa are good places for windsurfing. Sailing centres around the Rarotonga Sailing Club, at Avatiu Harbour (Avarua). Surfing is increasing in popularity, especially near Avarua, Avatiu, Matavera and the wreck of the Matai.

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	Black Rock Beach - historical Black Rock beach just 5 minutes from the airport on the western side of the island, close to everything, walk to Rarotonga Golf Club or to some of Rarotonga's finest dining.
	Reefcomber Sunset Motel - Located near Black Rock Beach with some of the best whale watching and diving in the Cook Islands.
	Sunset Beach - with beautiful sunsets on the western side of Rarotonga.
	South Beach - located on the southern reef with excellent snorkelling and reefs to explore.
	South Beach - located on the southern reef with excellent snorkelling and reefs to explore. Private 'Oceanside Villa' has a private beach directly opposite across the quiet coastal road.
	South Beach - located on the southern reef with excellent snorkelling and reefs to explore.
	Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel - near the village of Titikaveka - with its historical Church is a short walk away.
	Titikaveka Beach - There are several walking tracks, bush treks and beach walks here.
	Muri Beach - is the centre for windsurfing and sailing. Some resorts have windsurfing facilities available for their guests.
	Muri Beach - inviting white sands of beautiful Muri Beach; the islands swimming, snorkelling and sailing centre.
	Titikaveka Beach - idea for swimming and snorkelling.
	Puaikura Beach - coral white sands.