Full-Day Private Easter Island Highlights Tour

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

More than a sightseeing tour, this is a carefully curated journey through the history of Rapa Nui. Our experience follows a chronological narrative, connecting the island's most iconic archaeological and ceremonial sites into a single, meaningful story. Led by knowledgeable local guides and conducted entirely in private, the tour allows for a flexible pace, in-depth interpretation, and plenty of opportunities for photography and questions. Rather than simply visiting landmarks, you'll gain a deeper understanding of how the Rapa Nui civilization developed, flourished, and transformed over time.

Visit Rapa Nui's most iconic archaeological and cultural sites. Discover the island's history through a chronological narrative. Explore Anakena, Tongariki, Rano Raraku, and Orongo in one day. Enjoy a private experience at a comfortable and personalized pace

What's Included

Private transportation
Bottled water
Certified Local Guide
Entrance ticket to Rapa Nui National Park managed by Ma'u Henua. Traveller's personal information required upon purchasing. Required to access most archaeological sites.
Full-day tours allow time to stop at a local restaurant for lunch. Meals are not included in the tour price.

Meeting and pickup

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

As this is a private experience, we provide complimentary pick-up and drop-off directly at your accommodation in Hanga Roa. Our guide will collect you from your hotel or lodging at the scheduled time and return you there at the end of the tour.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Anakena Beach

    Discover Anakena, the legendary white-sand beach where, according to Rapa Nui tradition, the first settlers led by King Hotu Matu'a arrived on the island. Visitors will explore the beautifully restored Ahu Nau Nau, home to some of the best-preserved moai on Rapa Nui, admire their intricate carvings, and enjoy the unique combination of archaeology, history, and tropical scenery that makes Anakena one of the island's most iconic locations.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Ahu Te Pito Kura

    Visit Te Pito Kura, home to the largest moai ever successfully erected on an ahu platform. Here, travelers will learn about the final stages of moai construction and the island's ancient engineering achievements. The site also features the famous "Te Pito o Te Henua" stone, a rounded volcanic rock associated with local legends and believed by some to possess special energy.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Papa Vaka

    Explore Papa Vaka, one of the most important petroglyph sites on Rapa Nui. Travelers will walk among volcanic rock surfaces covered with ancient carvings depicting canoes, sea creatures, and other symbols connected to the island's maritime traditions. Your guide will explain how these petroglyphs provide valuable insight into the daily life, navigation practices, and beliefs of the ancient Rapa Nui people.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Ahu Tongariki

    Visit Ahu Tongariki, the largest ceremonial platform on Rapa Nui and one of the most impressive archaeological sites in Polynesia. Travelers will stand before fifteen restored moai aligned along the coastline while learning about the island's clan system, ancestral worship, and the remarkable restoration project that returned the statues to their standing position after a devastating tsunami.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Rano Raraku

    Explore Rano Raraku, the volcanic quarry where nearly all of the island's moai were carved. Travelers will walk among hundreds of statues in various stages of completion, gaining a unique understanding of how these monumental figures were created. The site offers an extraordinary glimpse into the artistic, spiritual, and engineering achievements of the ancient Rapa Nui civilization.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Rano Kau

    Visit Rano Kau, the largest volcanic crater on Rapa Nui and one of the island's most spectacular natural landmarks. Travelers will enjoy breathtaking panoramic views over the crater lake, dramatic cliffs, and the Pacific Ocean while learning about the geological forces that shaped the island and the importance of this landscape in Rapa Nui history and culture.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 7
    Orongo

    Explore Orongo, the ceremonial village associated with the Birdman cult, the last major religious tradition of ancient Rapa Nui society. Travelers will walk among restored stone houses perched on the edge of dramatic sea cliffs and admire extensive petroglyphs depicting Birdman figures and the creator deity Make Make. From here, they will also enjoy spectacular views of the offshore islets where the famous Birdman competition took place.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Admission fee - Entrance ticket to Rapa Nui National Park managed by Ma'u Henua. Purchasing the ticket is via online or onsite. Traveller's personal information is required.
Supplied by Kohau Experience

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Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Archaeology Tours
Car Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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

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