Chile · Archaeology

3-Day Rapa Nui Native Tour with Archaeological Highlights

3 Days Round trip from Hanga Roa Moderate pace
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The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Discover Rapa Nui's ancient history with real native guides
  • 02 Explore the east and west coasts of Easter Island
  • 03 Visit Rano Raraku, the mythical quarry where the moais were made
  • 04 See Ahu Tongariki and its 15 restored moais
  • 05 Experience Rano Kau and the Birdman ceremonial village
  • 06 Hike to the sanctuary of Rano Pua Ka Tiki

Live a real and amazing experience with real Rapa Nui native guides on this 3-day tour across a large part of the island. Explore the east and west coasts and discover incredible archaeological treasures that tell the history and heyday of the Rapa Nui civilization. Visit some of the island's most iconic places, including Ahu Tongariki with its impressive moais, Rano Raraku where the moais were carved, Rano Kau and the Birdman ceremonial village, and the sanctuary of Rano Pua Ka Tiki. Along the way, learn about the beginning, height, and fall of the civilization, as well as its civil conflicts.

Visit some of the island's most iconic places, including Ahu Tongariki with its impressive moais, Rano Raraku where the moais were carved, Rano Kau and the Birdman ceremonial village, and the sanctuary of Rano Pua Ka Tiki.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Easter Island
Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

3-Day Rapa Nui Archaeological Experience

1st day - Rano Kau Volcano and Orongo Village

  1. Starting at 9:30 hrs., head directly to Ahu Vinapu.
  2. Visit the red crown stone quarry of Puna Pau.
  3. Continue to Ahu Atiu.
  4. Visit the local museum.
  5. Explore Tahai Village.

2nd day - Rano Raraku Volcano and Moai Quarry

  1. Visit Akahanga Village and its ancient native settlements.
  2. See Papa Tataku Mata Tata petroglyphs carved on volcanic stones.
  3. Visit Te Pito Kura Ahu and the magnetic stone.
  4. See Ahu Tongariki, with 15 moais restored by the Japanese.
  5. Visit Ahu Nau-Nau and Anakena Beach.

3rd day - Rano Pua Ka Tiki

  1. Hike to Rano Pua Ka Tiki.
  2. See Vai a Heva masquerade carved on the field of Vaega Mount.
  3. Visit the sacred place of Maha Tua.
  4. Continue to Ana Hueeru.
  5. Enjoy a last surprise and barbecue night.
Rano Raraku moai quarry, Ahu Tongariki with 15 restored moais, Rano Kau and Orongo

Where this trip takes you

Rano Raraku moai quarry, Ahu Tongariki with 15 restored moais, Rano Kau and Orongo

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Hanga Roa 1 city · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Truck or bus
  • Driver
  • Tourism Rapa Nui native guide
  • Picnic
  • Water

What's Not Included

  • Park ticket
  • Sunscreen

What to bring

  • Sunscreen
  • Water
  • Sportswear
  • Sports shoes
  • Rain cape, if needed

Know before you go

Just follow the natives!

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Hanga Roa, Isla de Pascua, Chile
Tour start
Hanga Roa, Isla de Pascua, Valparaíso, Chile
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Hanga Roa.

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