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You're Going to Love Rarotonga

Rarotonga is a must-see destination in , Cook Islands. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Rarotonga has to offer.

Activities & attractions in Rarotonga

Scuba dive trips - guided trips to all of Rarotonga’s dive sites

Activities•Water Activities

Island Discovery Tour - Explore Rarotonga aboard air conditioned bus

Tours•Bus Tour

Rarotonga in July

Estimated hotel price

$255

1 night at 3-star hotel

$255

1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Rarotonga in January, when the average temperature is 26 °C, and the highest can go up to 28 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 20 °C, with an average temperature of 22 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 260 mm. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Rarotonga, with an average rainfall of 100 mm.

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When flying to Rarotonga, you’ll arrive at Rarotonga (RAR), which is located 1 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Rarotonga from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 5h 45m.

Plane

When flying to Rarotonga, you’ll arrive at Rarotonga (RAR), which is located 1 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Rarotonga from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 5h 45m.

Airports near Rarotonga

Airlines serving Rarotonga

United Airlines

Good (9,066 reviews)

Singapore Airlines

Excellent (1,411 reviews)

Alaska Airlines

Excellent (11,402 reviews)

Good (947 reviews)

Virgin Atlantic

Good (675 reviews)

Air New Zealand

Excellent (544 reviews)

Good (488 reviews)

Hawaiian Airlines

Good (2,817 reviews)

Excellent (12 reviews)

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Where to stay in Rarotonga

Average rates range from around $254 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $774 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Rarotonga

Most booked hotels in Rarotonga

Muri Beach Club Hotel

4 stars

Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)

$289+

Pacific Resort Rarotonga

4 stars

Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)

$482+

Club Raro Resort

3 stars

Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)

$142+

Sanctuary Rarotonga On The Beach

4 stars

Good (7.9, Good reviews)

$254+

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

3 stars

Good (7.8, Good reviews)

$163+

The Islander Hotel

3 stars

Good (7.7, Good reviews)

$197+

Hiring a car in Rarotonga costs $60 per day, on average, or $298 if you want to hire it for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 6% cheaper than airport locations in Rarotonga.

Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Rarotonga, while also 36% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Rarotonga costs $60 per day, on average, or $298 if you want to hire it for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 6% cheaper than airport locations in Rarotonga.

Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Rarotonga, while also 36% cheaper than other types, on average.

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