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This tour is a deep dive into the more spiritual, enigmatic and visually striking side of Rapa Nui. In just half a day, you will visit Vinapu, with its precision architecture that arouses theories about ancient contacts; gaze at the sacred crater of Rano Kau, with its lagoon and cliffs over the Pacific; and explore Orongo, the ceremonial village of the Birdman, where the most important ritual of the island was lived.
Ideal for those seeking to understand the Rapa Nui worldview through its most sacred landscapes and powerful legends.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your pick-up time will be 9:00 The meeting point will be the reception or main entrance of your accommodation. If your accommodation is outside the urban area, we will coordinate a nearby meeting point. Maximum waiting time: 5 minutes per passenger to avoid delays in the group. The guide will arrive in a white van with the Kapua Tours & Experience logo and confirm your name before starting the tour. Remember to take your purchased National Park ticket with you in advance, as we do not stop by the sales office. Please be ready 10 minutes before the indicated time to ensure a punctual departure.
Itinerary
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1Orongo
Located atop a cliff by the crater of Rano Kau, Orongo is an ancient ceremonial village that was the center of the Tangata Manu, or “Bird Man,” one of Rapa Nui’s most mysterious and fascinating traditions. During the visit, you will walk among finely assembled stone houses and discover petroglyphs depicting Birdman figures, ritual masks and sea deities. From this sacred place you can also see the islets Motu Nui, Motu Iti and Kao Kao, scene of the spiritual competition that defined the new leader of the island. Accompanied by our local guide, you will immerse yourself in a time of physical challenges, sacred visions and deep connection with nature. An essential place to understand the worldview and cultural evolution of the Rapa Nui people
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
2Rano Kau
Rano Kau is one of the three volcanoes that gave birth to Rapa Nui and one of the most imposing places on the island. From its viewpoint, you can observe the huge circular crater with its inner lagoon covered with totora, a unique ecosystem that contrasts with the cliffs that descend steeply into the ocean. This place not only amazes by its natural beauty, but also by its ancestral energy. It was considered a transitional space between the earthly and spiritual worlds, and is a perfect anteroom before arriving at the ceremonial village of Orongo. An essential stop to connect with the geography, history and natural strength of Rapa Nui.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Ahu Vinapu
Vinapu is one of the most intriguing archaeological sites in Rapa Nui. Here you will find ceremonial platforms built with blocks of basaltic stone carved and assembled with surprising precision, in a style reminiscent of the Inca architecture of the South American continent. During the visit, you will walk among fallen moai, remains of ancient structures and fragments of pukao, the red stone headdresses that crowned the statues. This site has led to multiple theories about possible pre-Columbian cultural contacts and demonstrates the advanced constructive knowledge of the Rapa Nui people. A fascinating place that sparks questions and reveals the complexity of a unique civilization.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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