What is the water and sand quality of the Aroa Beach?

The coastline of Aroa Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Aroa Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Aroa Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.The Aroa Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Snorkeling </li><li>Diving</li></ul>

Is the Aroa Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Aroa Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Aroa Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Aroa Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Aroa Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Aroa Beach.There are 2 restaurants nearby.Highland Paradise is the closest place located 1800 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Aroa Beach?

There are 187 places to stay in the Aroa Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Aroa Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=391843&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=235711&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Sanctuary Rarotonga on the Beach (Adults Only)</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1495977&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Aroa Kainga Bungalows and Apartment</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1900804&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Frederick and Ngamata's Beach House</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4520837&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Moana Oasis Villa - Rarotonga</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1070739&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Pae Moana, Rarotonga</a></li></ul>

How far is the Aroa Beach from parking?

The Aroa Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Aroa Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Aroa Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Raro Beach Bach - Group accommodation located in 1.7 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Aroa Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Aroa Beach is February. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in March, the average value is 29°C. The coldest month is October with air temperature 24°C and water 25°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

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Aroa Beach

Vaimaanga, Cook Islands

8.1

#4 out of 17 in Arorangi 4

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Snorkeling Good for Kayaking

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Located within the settlement

Arorangi • 3.4 km

Map of beach

Park Takitumu Conservation Area

5.1km

Park Nikao Beach

6.4km

Park Maire Nui Gardens and Cafe

6.9km

Restaurant Highland Paradise

1.7km

Restaurant Alberto's Steakhouse and Bar

8.8 - Excellent 4.9km

Restaurant Anchorage

9 - Excellent 5km

Restaurant Kikau Hut

9 - Excellent 5km

Restaurant Antipodes rarotonga

8.8 - Excellent 5.3km

Restaurant Tuoro Tapas Bar

9.4 - Excellent 5.3km

Cafe Be Fruitful Raro

10 - Exceptional 5.6km

Cafe Brews and Scoops

10 - Exceptional 5.7km

Cafe Kano Store

10 - Exceptional 5.9km

Grocery Store Punanga Nui Market

6.7km

Supermarket KAPS Matavera

9.2km

Tourist Attraction Raro Beach Bach - Group accommodation

9.4 - Excellent 1.6km

Tourist Attraction Papua passage

9 - Excellent 1.9km

Tourist Attraction Wigmore's Waterfall

7 - Good 2.9km

Tourist Attraction Te Rua Manga (The Needle)

3.4km

Tourist Attraction Avaavaroa Passage

3.9km

Tourist Attraction DC Holten Enterprises

5.1km

Tourist Attraction Black Rock

5.5km

Tourist Attraction Marae Moana Mural

6km

Tourist Attraction Raro Safari Tours & Concierge Desk

6.6km

Historical Landmark Garden of Seven Stones

9.2km

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About

Aroa Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 4th place out of 17 beaches in the Cook Islands region 7.3 km away from its center, the city of Avarua. It is one of the beaches of Arorangi settlement, just 3.4 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

Weather

history

+24 ^o C +23 ^o C

Air temperature

7.7 M/S

Wind

+25 ^o C

Water temperature

2.9 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Arorangi • 3.4 km

Map of beach

Park Takitumu Conservation Area

5.1km

Park Nikao Beach

6.4km

Park Maire Nui Gardens and Cafe

6.9km

Restaurant Highland Paradise

1.7km

Restaurant Alberto's Steakhouse and Bar

8.8 - Excellent 4.9km

Restaurant Anchorage

9 - Excellent 5km

Restaurant Kikau Hut

9 - Excellent 5km

Restaurant Antipodes rarotonga

8.8 - Excellent 5.3km

Restaurant Tuoro Tapas Bar

9.4 - Excellent 5.3km

Cafe Be Fruitful Raro

10 - Exceptional 5.6km

Cafe Brews and Scoops

10 - Exceptional 5.7km

Cafe Kano Store

10 - Exceptional 5.9km

Grocery Store Punanga Nui Market

6.7km

Supermarket KAPS Matavera

9.2km

Tourist Attraction Raro Beach Bach - Group accommodation

9.4 - Excellent 1.6km

Tourist Attraction Papua passage

9 - Excellent 1.9km

Tourist Attraction Wigmore's Waterfall

7 - Good 2.9km

Tourist Attraction Te Rua Manga (The Needle)

3.4km

Tourist Attraction Avaavaroa Passage

3.9km

Tourist Attraction DC Holten Enterprises

5.1km

Tourist Attraction Black Rock

5.5km

Tourist Attraction Marae Moana Mural

6km

Tourist Attraction Raro Safari Tours & Concierge Desk

6.6km

Historical Landmark Garden of Seven Stones

9.2km

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Located at nearest locality

Arorangi • 1.7km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)

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Localities

Nearest

Arorangi • 3.4km

Main locality of province

Avarua • 7.3km

Transport

Airport

RAR • 6.2km

Bus Station

Cook's Corner Bus Station • 7km

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8.1 Very good

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8.1 Very good

Shalize Wilson

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

9 Excellent

This beach is an excellent location for snorkeling with calm waters, although it may be a bit chilly compared to other beaches. I was able to spot an array of fish and beautiful corals during my visit.

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Ren Severson

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

7 Good

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.

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Life Within

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

We stumbled upon this incredible hidden beach along the main highway. Simply enter "Aroa Beach" into your GPS once you're on the main island and you'll arrive within 20 minutes, regardless of your location on the island. The beach is quite secluded and doesn't attract many visitors. However, be sure to wear reef shoes as there are sharp rocks under the water. Bring along some snorkeling gear to explore the fascinating underwater world. The beach is impeccably clean, and the crowd is moderate. Overall, I would give this beach a perfect rating of 5/5.

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Mila Olsen

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

9 Excellent

I had an absolutely incredible time snorkeling at the beach. The location is marked by a small Palm Tree and a Water Faucet, where you can rinse off your feet before heading out on your adventure. As you make your way towards the reef, you'll be amazed by the vast array of coral formations that you'll encounter. Keep going until you reach the spot where the coral is at its most magnificent, and you'll know it when you see it - you'll be surrounded by a plethora of fish and large, stunning coral formations. The water was about 5 feet deep when I was there, although I'm not sure what the tide status was at the time. All in all, it was an unforgettable experience that I would recommend to anyone who loves the ocean and its wonders.

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Miguel Angel

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

9 Excellent

This beach is an absolute gem for snorkeling enthusiasts! We found ourselves returning here almost every day of our stay on the island. To fully appreciate the underwater world, we recommend leisurely following the coral along the perimeter. On our final day, we discovered a delightful trick - cracking open a coconut and using a piece of rough coral to grate it. This attracted a frenzy of fish that were so tame they ate right out of our hands!

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Aroa Beach

Vaimaanga, Cook Islands

Park Takitumu Conservation Area

Park Nikao Beach

Park Maire Nui Gardens and Cafe

Restaurant Highland Paradise

Restaurant Alberto's Steakhouse and Bar

Restaurant Anchorage

Restaurant Kikau Hut

Restaurant Antipodes rarotonga

Restaurant Tuoro Tapas Bar

Cafe Be Fruitful Raro

Cafe Brews and Scoops

Cafe Kano Store

Grocery Store Punanga Nui Market

Supermarket KAPS Matavera

Tourist Attraction Raro Beach Bach - Group accommodation

Tourist Attraction Papua passage

Tourist Attraction Wigmore's Waterfall

Tourist Attraction Te Rua Manga (The Needle)

Tourist Attraction Avaavaroa Passage

Tourist Attraction DC Holten Enterprises

Tourist Attraction Black Rock

Tourist Attraction Marae Moana Mural

Tourist Attraction Raro Safari Tours & Concierge Desk

Historical Landmark Garden of Seven Stones

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Arorangi, ,

Park Takitumu Conservation Area

Park Nikao Beach

Park Maire Nui Gardens and Cafe

Restaurant Highland Paradise

Restaurant Alberto's Steakhouse and Bar

Restaurant Anchorage

Restaurant Kikau Hut

Restaurant Antipodes rarotonga

Restaurant Tuoro Tapas Bar

Cafe Be Fruitful Raro

Cafe Brews and Scoops

Cafe Kano Store

Grocery Store Punanga Nui Market

Supermarket KAPS Matavera

Tourist Attraction Raro Beach Bach - Group accommodation

Tourist Attraction Papua passage

Tourist Attraction Wigmore's Waterfall

Tourist Attraction Te Rua Manga (The Needle)

Tourist Attraction Avaavaroa Passage

Tourist Attraction DC Holten Enterprises

Tourist Attraction Black Rock

Tourist Attraction Marae Moana Mural

Tourist Attraction Raro Safari Tours & Concierge Desk

Historical Landmark Garden of Seven Stones

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Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)

Nearest Beaches

Localities

Arorangi • 3.4km

Avarua • 7.3km

Transport

RAR • 6.2km

Cook's Corner Bus Station • 7km

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