5 Day Discover Easter Island and Its Famous Stone Statues
What your day looks like
We invite you to embark on an adventure to Easter Island, also known as Rapa Nui, steeped in mysticism and offering a distinctive blend of Polynesian and South American culture. Other than classic sightseeing, you can look forward to an abundance of activities such as scuba diving and snorkelling in crystal clear waters, a magical sunset, cultural immersions, horse riding and cycling in scenic surrounds.
The experience, in brief
- Spend time in the beautiful white coral sand beach of Anakena
- Visit Tahai just along the coast from Hanga Roa, possibly the best place to watch the sunset
- Better understand the rubble surrounding many of the island's archaeological sites
Your day, step by step
Hanga Roa
Welcome to Easter Island! Arrival in the Easter Island Airport. Reception in the Airport with a flower necklace and transfer to your hotel. Check-in formalities.
Hanga Roa
Overnight @ Hotel Puku Vai
Hanga Roa
Local Flavor at Easter Island. Easter Island full day Full Day tour including archeological sites as follows: Ahu Akahanga – The remains of an ancient village including groundings of the boat houses. Rano Raraku – The amazing quarry of the moais including stone giants of various ages and sizes. Here you will learn how moais were created and transported. Ahu Tongariki – The greatest of all platforms with 15 moais is a stunning sight. Ahu Te Pito Kura – The greatest of all moais that was moved to its platform and the legendary Naval Stone that now symbolizes the centre of the world. Ahu Nau Nau – The platform of 7 moais with detailed decorations.
Hanga Roa
Leisure. Anakena – The white coral sand beach.
Hanga Roa
Overnight @ Hotel Puku Vai
Hanga Roa
Easter Island at Leisure We recommend you to walk around Hanga Roa downtown, maybe have lunch in a local restaurant.
Hanga Roa
Sightseeing at Easter Island. Sightsee the island, live in the moment In the afternoon, go to Tahai, just along the coast from Hanga Roa, is possibly the best place to watch the sunset. The set of three ahus is located in a peaceful waterfront meadow where you can watch the sunset behind the statues. It is popular with local and tourists alike and nice to see people having a picnic or just enjoying being together. A great spot just being 25 mins walk from your hotel its perfect to do on the first day after flight into island if you are feeling exhausted but still want to get your first glimpse of the Moai. We recommend you to visit the little Caleta Hanga Piko is used by local fishers. Facing away from the caleta, the restored Ahu Riata supports a solitary moai. Also, you can visit the Centro de Interpretación This new open-air interpretation center aims to help visitors better understand the rubble surrounding many of the island's archaeological sites by bringing history to life. A replica village built of volcanic rocks here is replete with boat houses, earthen pits for cooking (umu pae), special stone chicken coups and mana vai (circular gardens surrounded by stone walls).
Hanga Roa
Overnight @ Hotel Puku Vai
Hanga Roa
Easter Island, Departure - Santiago At the agreed time, transfer to Mataveri Airport to take your next flight to Santiago Arrival transfer in Santiago is offered by the hotel. ** the hotel is located about (10 miles) just minutes from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport. The transfer hotel – airport must be coordinated at the time of check-in with the reception staff .
Hanga Roa
Overnight @ Hotel Manquehue
Hanga Roa
Thank you for visiting! Transfer from the hotel to Santiago Airport to take your next flight... Note: The transfer hotel – airport must be coordinated at the time of check-in with the reception staff. We are happy you came and hope to see you again soon!
What to know before booking
Included
Bilingual local speaking guide during excursion
Not Included
Air tickets and airport taxes Entrance fee to Rapa Nui National Park Travel Insurance Gratuities (optional)
What to Bring
Comfortable clothing and footwear Not stroller accessible Not suitable for pets No public transportation nearby Infants must not sit on laps
Restrictions
Passport required
Meeting & Pickup
Arrival in the Easter Island Airport. Reception in the Airport with a flower necklace and transfer to your hotel.
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Manual By Business