When Lance first brought my to Rarotonga, I cried when I saw Muri Beach. It was something out of a movie!!

🌊 A Place Where Time Slows Down 🌊

On the eastern side of Rarotonga, there’s a stretch of soft white sand and calm, shallow waters that feels like a little slice of paradise. That's Muri Beach. It's one of the most popular beaches on the island—but somehow still manages to keep a peaceful, easygoing atmosphere.

🌴 What Makes Muri Beach Special

🏝️ Four Small Islands (Motu): Just offshore, you’ll see four tiny islands you can kayak, paddleboard, or even wade over to when the tide is low.

🏄‍♂️ Water Activities: The lagoon is perfect for swimming, snorkeling, paddleboarding, and glass-bottom boat tours. The water stays mostly calm and clear year-round.

🍴 Food and Markets: Around the beach area, you’ll find cafés, food trucks, and the famous Muri Night Market where locals and visitors come together for amazing meals under the stars.

🌅 Sunrise Views: Since it's on the east coast, early risers are treated to some of the most beautiful sunrises on the island.

🧺 Laid-Back Vibe: It’s the kind of place where you can easily spend a whole day—swimming, napping under a palm tree, grabbing a fresh coconut, and doing it all again.

🕘 Good to Know

🧴 Bring: Reef-safe sunscreen, water shoes if you plan to walk out to the motu (coral can be rough), and snorkel gear if you have it.

🚫 Respect the Lagoon: Avoid standing on coral and be mindful of marine life.

🏡 Stay Nearby: Many accommodations line Muri Beach, from boutique resorts to beachfront bungalows.

🌟 A Few Words from Visitors