Rapanui Origins: Full Day Private Tour

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7 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Rapanui Origins: Full Day Private Tour is an exploration in search of the origins of the Rapanui people, the inhabitants of Easter Island, as it is revealed by the archaeological sites. To shed light into the island's history we visit iconic sites like Vinapu, Hanga Poukura, Anakena, Te Pito Kura, Papa Vaka, Puna Pau and Ahu Akivi.

Insights are provided by expert local guides with vast experience in the Rapanui National Park. This experience is especially tailored to travelers who want to spend a bit more time on each site. However, it can also be customized based on our travelers' special interests.

Private service only. Limited availability.

What's Included

Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
National Park Ticket

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We meet or pick up our travelers from any place in Hanga Roa urban area including the Mataveri International Airport (IPC) and major hotels, hostels, vacation homes, camping sites, downtown, etc. Travelers need to have the National Park Ticket to enter most of the sites. Ticket not included.

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Meeting point

We meet travelers at their accomodation or at their preferred pickup place including the Mataveri International Airport.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Ahu Vinapu

    Ruins of two important ceremonial centers can be seen in this area. Multiple fallen and broken statues are visible and many pukao as well. The wall of one of the ahu looks similar to some inca and pre-inca stonework which led to speculations about the origin of the first settlers. Lots of peculiar things to be found in the surrounding area.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Ahu Te Pito Kura

    Te Pito Kura is an egg-shaped magnetic rock that has been the subject of old legends. Next to it there is a large ahu that has only one fallen statue: Moai Paro, a huge moai among the biggest of the whole island.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    In this site we will see some examples of petroglyphs, all related to the sea and related legends.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Anakena Beach

    The beach is a well sheltered bay with white sand that surrounds the archaeological sites. Three volcanic hills flank the southern and eastern parts. Anakena was the legendary landing spot of the first Polynesian settlers. Swimming at the beach is possible. There are changing rooms and services for US$1. Lunch will be served here.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Ahu Nau Nau

    Ahu Naunau is probably the best preserved restored ahu of the island. Located within the royal district, it tells the story of the ancient Rapanui highest chiefs and their immense power before it declined in later centuries.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Ahu Akivi

    The first proper archaeological restoration of the island, Ahu Akivi has seven moai facing west. Old and modern myths blend together in this place.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Rapanui Pioneers Society (RPS)

Tags

Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Historical Tours
4WD Tours
Walking Tours
Archaeology Tours
Additional fees
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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