Top Tours & Activities in Hanga Roa

Providing a more personalized experience discover and learn about the mystery of the Moai and its construction on the hands of a professional tour guide, who will show you around the archeological sites of this unique culture in the world. On a 7 hours tour visit the quarry of Rano Raraku, the place where the moai were carved and transported to their ahus, Ahu Tongariki the fascinating 15 standing moai platform, Te Pito Kura, the navel of the world and so many others archeological sites related to moai and the and the Rapa Nui people and culture.

This itinerary will allow you to explore the most iconic sites of Easter Island while enjoying the comfort and privacy of an exclusive tour. An experienced guide with extensive knowledge, advanced English, and a personalized itinerary make this private Easter Island tour truly worthwhile. You will visit iconic sites such as Rano Raraku, Ahu Akivi, and Rano Kau, while learning about the island's mysterious and vibrant past from your personal guide, all in the comfort of private transportation. I hope you enjoy it to the fullest!

The worked and tamed rock. Discover the megalithic culture of Rapa Nui. AROHA TOURS RAPA NUI offers a special two-day circuit (6-7 hours per day) for a global approach to the main sites and landscapes of Easter Island. The two days do not have to follow each other. The private nature of the excursion ensures personal attention. We adapt to your desires, at your own pace, trying to avoid tourist overcrowding on sites.

Myths, mysteries and Moai. Discovering a human adventure unique in history. AROHA TOURS RAPA NUI presents the tour of Easter Island with its main archaeological sites to understand the fantastic heritage of this ancient megalithic civilization. The private nature of the excursion ensures personal attention. We adapt to your desires, at your own pace, trying to avoid tourist overcrowding on sites.

(Excursion available from mid-November to the end of March, summer hours of the sites). Our longest circuit. AROHA TOURS RAPA NUI makes you enjoy your day to the fullest by visiting the main archaeological sites and the magnificent natural landscapes of the island. With the latest scientific and academic studies, we take you to discover this fantastic megalithic civilization If you only have or want to spend one day on a guided tour, this is THE tour to book. The private nature of the excursion ensures personal attention. We adapt to your desires, at your own pace, trying to avoid tourist overcrowding on sites.

(Not suitable for claustrophobic participants) Embark on a unique horseback adventure across the volcanic landscapes of Easter Island and explore three of its most fascinating underground sites: Ana Kakenga, Ana Te Pora, and Ana Te Pahu. Ride along scenic trails accompanied by a certified local guide, and discover ancient volcanic tubes that form kilometers of subterranean caves. Each site has its own charm — Ana Kakenga opens toward the sea through two natural windows on a cliff, Ana Te Pora features a vast inner chamber, and Ana Te Pahu, located in the Roiho area, was once used as a refuge by the Rapa Nui people. Inside, you can observe traces of ancient kitchens, crops, and petroglyphs. After exploring these remarkable sites, return by horseback to the starting point, where the group will be transferred back to their hotels.

Join us on a tour designed to immerse you in the island's rich history and breathtaking natural beauty. Experience iconic sites like Ahu Tongariki, Rano Raraku, and Orongo in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle and with the undivided attention of our expert local guide, you’ll gain invaluable insights into Rapa Nui's fascinating past. Ans since this is a private tour, you can customize your day based on your interests. Our tour is crafted for those who want to maximize their time on the island—enjoy direct access to its most celebrated attractions without the hassle of waiting in lines. Plus, with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off, you can focus entirely on your adventure, free from concerns about transportation. This is an unforgettable experience that beautifully intertwines history, culture, and nature.

Make the most of your time on Easter Island with two comprehensive full-day tours that will allow you to fully experience the island's rich cultural heritage. With the guidance of a knowledgeable local expert, you'll have the opportunity to discover the mesmerizing moai statues that have fascinated visitors for centuries. Learn about their history, significance, and the mysteries that surround them, as you marvel at their imposing presence. You'll enjoy delicious lunch on your first day of touring.

AROHA TOURS RAPA NUI OFFERS THE Rapa Nui Peninsula: Poike. Its discovery on a hiking excursion is a treat for lovers of walking. The path unfolds its landscapes and surprising archaeological remains. Explore them. You can even opt for the RISING SUN ON TONGARIKI option and start the hike with an extraordinary natural spectacle. The private nature of the excursion ensures personal attention. We adapt to your desires, at your pace.

Life is too short to not give it all you can, and Easter Island is too far away and too magical not to be fully explored. We will take you on an epic journey throughout our island, discovering it in a way more thorough than basically any traveler has ever done. The more easily accessible sites will be visited during our two days of archaeological tours. For the more hidden sites we will get off the beaten path, venturing into the most remote areas of the island, discovering the most secluded caves, unique statues and stunning views that not even most locals have had a chance to see. This adventure does not require you to be an athlete, but you do need to be in a good physical condition. The hikes are over uneven terrain with varying altitude, and the longest hike is 21 km over 7 hours.

On this mysterious tour, you will reach the most remote and abandoned area of Rapa Nui. In addition, together with our experienced guides, you will experience something that not even many of the Rapa Nui know about, as well as ancestral kitchens, caves, moais, hills, among others. Get ready to discover the story without intervention and let yourself be surprised by the enigma of the Poike. This tour is the only one that will guarantee that you have really known Rapa Nui...

Departure at 9.30 a.m. from your accommodation place in Hanga Roa town, to a full-day guided bilingual tour (Spanish and / or English). This excursion visits part of the coast North and East of Rapa Nui, including the Ahu Vaihu, Ahu Akahanga, burial place of our first Polynesian King (Hotu Matu’a); Ahu Tongariki with the largest archeological restoration carried out in the 90's, with 15 Moai standing and facing inwards of the island; Ahu Te Pito Kura, where the famous round stone that represents the center of the world is located; visit to the quarry of the Rano Raraku volcano, where more than 1,000 Moai were built, and nowadays the process of elaboration and transport of the ancient statues can be appreciated; Finally, the beautiful Anakena beach, with its turquoise waters.

THE BIRDMAN JOURNEY (Monday, Wednesday, Friday) Length: 3 to 4 hours. Departure at 9.30 a.m. from your accommodation place in Hanga Roa town to a half-day bilingual guided tour (Spanish and / or English). Visit to the Mataveri Otai sector, Ahu Vinapu, climb to the viewpoint of Rano Kau volcano. Full path to the ceremonial village of Orongo, center of the cult birdman. Approx 1.00 pm, return to your accommodation place.

You will explore the ocean with people trained to dive the sector, the tour will be done in a small group of people. You will be able to take a great souvenir of your excursion with videos and photos as a gift. The experience will be unforgettable for you so come to join us in this gorgeous adventure in Easter Island .

Discover Easter Island like never before on our full-day private tour to uncover the hidden gems of the Pōike peninsula. This isn't your typical sightseeing trip - it's a one-of-a-kind experience that delves into the island's history, culture, and mysteries. We embark on a 12km hike exploring ancient ceremonial centers, captivating petroglyphs, and well-preserved Moai sculptures. To make the most of this adventure, ensure you have good footwear, long pants, sun protection, and enough food and water. Immerse yourself in the island's fascinating history and archaeological wonders as you discover the unique blend of historical significance and natural beauty found on the Pōike Peninsula. This tour provides a rare glimpse into Easter Island's forgotten past. Don't miss out on this truly unique opportunity to explore Rapa Nui in a whole new way.

This is a half day experience that explores a caverns circuit over the Roiho region of Rapa Nui (Easter Island). This walking tour includes visits to the iconic caves of Ana te Pahu, Ana Te Pora and Ana Kakenga. We hike over a young volcanic landscape and enter a series of amazing caves of great historical and cultural importance in Rapa Nui's history. In addition we visit the remarkable Ahu Te Peu site where ancient traditions still live through its amazing stone monuments and remains of pre-Christian settlements. In this private tour, our local cultural experts will guide you through tha area with care, sharing their knowledge and insights about the area. You should not miss the opportunity to visit the mysterious underground world of Rapa Nui during your visit to the island.

Unmissable full-day tour that highlights the most important points of the last civilization of this island. You will visit the ceremonial village of Orongo, the place where the Tangata Manu (Bird Man) competition was held to learn about and delve into the history of the civilization, its archaeological and historical remains and social behavior. You will also learn how the ancient civilization lived, by visiting one of the largest caves in Rapa Nui. Important archaeological remains are found here. Immerse yourself in the ancestral culture of Easter Island, learning its secrets, culture and history and let yourself be surprised by this incredible and mythical place.

AROHA TOURS RAPA NUI invites you to a more "intimate" and different immersion in the archaeological richness of Easter Island. 7 hours of wonder off the beaten track. On the northern part of the island, a very nice walk of about 17 km with very little elevation. Our favorite. The private nature of the hike ensures personal attention. We adapt to your desires, at your pace.

Enjoy this trekking to the untouched coast. Visit caves, archeological platforms, and petroglyphs and discover how the islanders lived completely isolated from the rest of the Island. The North coast is a place of settlement of the "Miru" clans, ancient descendants of the first King Hotu Matu'a, this sector is undoubtedly the one that remains mostly intact from the impact of man, its geographical location between the slopes of the highest volcano Terevaka and the West coast of Rapa Nui allows it to be the setting that even in these times transports us to the desolate past of Rapa Nui. In this hiking, it is possible to see how animals that freely graze the surroundings and the archaeological remains that are preserved as in the past combine. It is only possible to access this sector on foot or horseback. This trekking will end up in Anakena, an ancient royal settlement characteristic of its white sands, turquoise waters, and palm trees

AROHA TOURS RAPA NUI takes you close to the stone giants, the Moai. This half-day private excursion, guided in French, English, or Spanish, introduces you to 3 of the most beautiful and impressive sites on the island. Admire the finesse and Neolithic gigantism that characterize them. The private nature of the excursion ensures personal attention. We adapt to your desires, at your pace, trying to avoid tourist overcrowding on sites.

Explore the majority of the archaeological and natural sites of Easter Island, immersing yourself in a unique experience that combines the wonder of culture with the majesty of the Rapa Nui moai. Optimize your time with this combination of two half-days and two full days of tours. This program is designed for those arriving on a midday flight and departing on the third day. Begin your exploration of the island right upon arriving on Easter Island. With a private guide at your disposal, you'll enjoy a more personalized experience. Discover the major sites of Easter Island and delve into the fascinating history of Rapa Nui. Marvel at the imposing moai as you learn more about their history and cultural significance.

History of the Moai Tour offers an immersive journey into the rich cultural worldview of Rapa Nui. It is not just a historical tour; it's a living experience that connects you with ancient oral traditions. Throughout our excursion, you will discover stories that cannot be found in any book, passed down through generations by authentic members of the Rapa Nui people. Each place we visit comes alive with unique legends and narratives, providing you with an intimate and genuine perspective on the island's culture and heritage. Come and experience an adventure that will make you feel part of the living history of Rapa Nui.

Embark on a journey through time, visiting the most awe-inspiring locations in chronological order. Learn about the arrival of the first king, the rise and fall of the mighty moai statues, the deadly competitions of the birdman order and the arrival of missionaries, ending the ancient culture. Enjoying the personalized experience of having a guide of your own, you will have all the time in the world for questions, and you'll be able to have the tour adjust to your taste and liking. The itinerary is highly optimized to visit the sites with best possible light conditions for photography, and with the least amount of crowds around. Combine this with "Private Full-Day Easter Island Highlights South and East" to discover Easter Island in a complete, thorough manner, with all of its history, culture, legends and society. You may also book "2-Day Private Tour Easter Island Highlights Complete Discovery" instead, which includes both these tours.

All the best sites in two days with a fun, informative, and knowledgeable English-speaking guide. We offer award-winning small group tours covering the highlights of the island. We take great care in providing an outstanding and memorable experience for our guests. Whether you come in search of historical information, legendary stories, a relaxed tour pace, avoiding crowds, or optimal lighting for photos, we are here to help you get the most out of your stay. Our guides are friendly, local, and have a deep love and respect for the work they do. We look forward to being part of your Rapa Nui adventure!

Over two days, our private tour ensures that you make the most of your time on Easter Island, with direct access to the island's most iconic sites, without the need to wait for others. Accompanied by a native guide, you will explore the island's rich heritage, gaining deep insights into its four distinct cultural phases. The tour provides an unparalleled opportunity to comprehend the island's ancient history, culture, and people while also exploring the complex methods used to create the remarkable Moai figures. With convenient hotel pickup and drop-off you can immerse yourself in the island's history without any concerns about transportation or activities.

Venture into the fascinating ancient world of Easter Island. Maximize your experience by spending two full days learning about the history, culture, archaeology and legends of this awe-inspiring, unique island. Enjoying the personalized experience of having a guide of your own, you will have all the time in the world for questions, and you'll be able to have the tour adjust to your taste and liking. During the two days you'll visit all of the highlights of Easter Island, including Orongo, Rano Raraku, Ahu Tongariki, Ahu Akivi and much, much more. The itinerary is highly optimized to visit the sites with best possible light conditions, and with the least amounts of crowds.

Come and live an incredible tour experience in this one-hour-and-a-half-offered tour, you will learn about the vineyards and vinification process of our wines, ending with an interesting tasting of wines paired with amazing appetizers.

Enjoy a full-day private tour of Easter Island learning about the historical Birdman Cult competition and seeing many stunning highlights of the island. Caves, beautiful ocean vistas, the huge volcanic crater of Rano Kau, the top knot quarry, and some of the most beautiful rock-work on the island await your discovery on this breathtaking journey. Enjoy hotel pickup and drop-off and a private guide that will teach you about the culture and history of Easter Island and the cult that partook in the Birdman competition.

Enjoy your very own private tour of epic proportions as you drive around the main sites of the mysterious and world-famous Easter Island, and its hundreds of scattered Moai stone statues. On your 7-hour private tour, visit amazing sites both restored and unrestored. Relax and take it all in, as your professional guide brings it to life with a fascinating, thought-provoking commentary including all the history, culture and modern-day politics which make up this extraordinary place.

Embark on a journey to an ancient world, to the whispers of the earth and the secrets of the wind in the majesty of Rapa Nui, Easter Island. This triptych of adventures is woven with the magic of mysteries, legends and a vibrant culture that beats in the heart of the island. Rapa Nui, a jewel in the middle of the vast Pacific, requires a journey of enormous distances. When the journey is so far, every moment on the island is precious. This adventure triptych is your doorway to Rapa Nui in its entirety, ensuring that you don't miss a single piece of its rich history, culture, and mystery. This trip is not just a visit, it is a total immersion in the world of Rapa Nui, a journey that takes you through each legend, each mystery, each corner that leaves you with memories for life.

Live the experience of making your own wine at MontGras, the winery that started this program in Chile! Dare to be a winemaker for a day tasting different wines, creating your own blend, bottling it and also elaborating its personal label! In one hour and 45 minutes you will live a complete wine experience starting in the vineyards, then the winery and finally end with the activity of "Make Your Own Wine". As a gift you will receive one Apron & one bottle of your own "Unique" Reserva wine to enjoy per person.

We offer a personalized, professional and quality service. We have experience working with groups, we are flexible and we adapt to the interests and requests of our travelers so that they enjoy every minute of their experience.

Be awed by seeing the biggest and most impressive moai statues ever built by the ancient Easter Island civilization. Visit fallen statues in the southwest, and see how they grow in size as we approach the eastern side of the island, where virtually all moai originated from. Enjoying the personalized experience of having a guide of your own, you will have all the time in the world for questions, and you'll be able to have the tour adjust to your taste and liking. The itinerary is highly optimized to visit the sites with best possible light conditions for photography, and with the least amount of crowds around. Complement this with "Private Full-Day Easter Island Highlights North and West" to discover Easter Island in a complete, thorough manner, with all of its history, culture, legends and society. You may also book "2-Day Private Tour Easter Island Highlights Complete Discovery" instead, which includes both these tours.

This tour will allow you to explore the beauty of the southwest of the island in half a day. You will climb the volcano, whose crater is naturally impressive. Then we will visit the ceremonial town, on the edge of the volcano, where the Birdman competitions were held, which decided the leader of Rapa Nui. We finish, where the most perfect platform on the island is located, a powerful testimony of the skills and knowledge of the ancient inhabitants, reminiscent of the works of the Inca empire.

Embark on an incomparable odyssey towards the most enigmatic confines of Easter Island. On this full-day tour, you will get to know the greatest and most impressive that Easter Island has to offer. You will visit the great quarry where the moais were carved, the largest monument on the island with its 15 restored statues, and more. We end up on our most beautiful beach, Anakena, which in ancient times was the home of the kings of the entire island.

On this tour we have native fishermen and experts in fishing, diving and hunting. In addition, you will be able to learn the history of the Tangata Manu (bird man), and live the experience of diving into the middle of the ocean to enjoy the coral and fish that surround the place while snorkeling with equipment provided by our guides. While touring the island from the sea, our guide will provide you with historical information about the Rapa Nui culture, as well as information about the island's native and wild fauna in its natural habitat. Finally, if your guide feels that there are fish nearby, he can demonstrate ancient fishing.

Discover the mysterious underwater world of Rapa nui, and learn about its endemic species on a guided snorkel tour. We will visit the beach known for its varieties of corals and incredible most clear water of the Pacific Ocean. Its located at the heart of the Rapa Nui National Park. This experience its focus on familys and adventurous travelers who likes and enjoy the nature and swim above corals.

On this tour we will see the sun rise behind the most impressive ahu moai that exists in Polynesia, the Ahu Tongaritki. When we enter this place you can see an incredible view of the Pacific Ocean and the sunrise behind Ahu Tongariki. We will be back at your lodging place around 9:00 or 10:00 am. Additionally, the tour time may vary depending on how much time you want to spend in this incredible sector. Places we will visit: Ahu Tongariki: The most impressive moai platform in Polynesia. An incredible view of the Pacific Ocean while we see the sun rise behind the moais, a view that is undoubtedly unmissable.

On this tour you will tour a large part of the island, discovering the west coast, a place with incredible and unparalleled archaeological treasures, which tell the history and heyday of the Rapa Nui civilization. You will be able to visit the most iconic places on the island, among which the largest moais in Polynesia stand out, the Ahu Tongariki, as well as Rano Raraku, the mythical place where the moais were made, among many others. Discover the beginning, height and fall of civilization, as well as civil conflicts.

Experience a full day discovering Easter Island’s most iconic treasures. Start at Ahu Tongariki, the island’s largest moai complex, symbolizing ancestors who protected the community. Continue to Ranu Raraku, the moai quarry, and learn the secrets of their construction and spiritual significance. Finish at Anakena Beach, a historic Polynesian settlement and natural paradise, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the scenery. A complete experience of history, archaeology, and nature.

Embark on a captivating journey through the enigmatic landscapes of Rapa Nui, where ancient moai statues stand in silent testimony to the island's mysterious past. Explore sacred sites, lush craters, and pristine beaches on this unique tour, discovering the rich cultural tapestry of Easter Island in just one unforgettable day.

Live Rapa Nui from the inside with a local native company dedicated to keeping the culture of the island alive. At Maori Tour Rapa Nui, every experience is guided by a young and enterprising team, descended from Rapa Nui families who preserve stories handed down from generations. We run small group tours to offer a real connection to each site. Rather than dates, we share ancestral stories, family memories and the authentic vision of those who grew up on this sacred land. Thus, each place comes alive and allows travelers to feel the essence of Rapa Nui. Explore moai, ceremonial villages and volcanic landscapes with passionate local guides who share the mana and vivid spirit of the Rapanui people. Book now and discover Rapa Nui with those who call it home.

Embark on a journey into the heart of Rapa Nui culture with our Dinner and Show Experience. This activity offers an exquisite buffet dinner inspired by Rapa Nui cuisine fused with global flavors and a unique opportunity to connect with the island's rich heritage. Witness the ceremonial opening of an earth oven, savor food prepared using this ancient method, and learn about the island’s deep-rooted culinary traditions. Following dinner, enjoy a vibrant dance show spanning different eras of Rapa Nui history, with storytelling to reveal the meaning behind each dance. With pick-up / and drop-off and personalized attention throughout the evening, this experience is designed for those seeking more than just a meal—an unforgettable cultural journey awaits you.

"Experience the mystical allure of Ahu Tongariki at the break of dawn with our Sunrise Guided Tour. Witness the first rays of sunlight illuminating the majestic moai statues, creating a surreal atmosphere unlike any other. Our expert guide will walk you through the fascinating history, myths, and cultural significance of this iconic site. Don't miss this unique opportunity to see Ahu Tongariki in its most captivating light!"

Start your day on Easter Island with an impressive sunrise on the Ahu Tongariki and enjoy the magic and mystery of these statues of Rapa Nui with this 2-hour tour. Located on the eastern end of the south coast Tongariki offers you the unique experience of admiring the sun rising every day in this place. Get amazed by the combination of colors, the sea and the historical moai that create special magic and mysticism in this place. An unforgettable visual spectacle that you will remember all your life. Please consider that the sun rises behind the platform during summertime (October to March) and from Poike volcano during the rest of the year. Also, there are more chances of unclear skies during wintertime.

Dive into the mystique of Easter Island with our unparalleled tour! Hotumatur invites you to discover the wonders of Rapa Nui, guiding you through six of the island's most iconic sites. Experience the ancient Polynesian charm, uncover the rich history and customs of the Rapa Nui, and marvel at the awe-inspiring stone statues, the Moai. Our Full Day Hotu Matu’a is an experience that will take you beyond history, into a world lost in time. Prepare to be captivated by the beauty, legends, and ancestral spirit of Easter Island.

On this tour you will be able to visit the mythical ceremonial city of Orongo, where the Tangata Manu (Bird Man) competition was held, which consisted of jumping into the sea from a cliff and bringing a manutara egg to the shore. Whoever achieved it became the new king of Rapa Nui for a year, until the next competition. You will visit the incredible crater of the Rano Kau volcano and enjoy its beautiful landscape. In Vinapu, several theories are discovered, which suggest the possible arrival and influence of the Incas since time immemorial.

Discover Easter Island’s ceremonial heart on this half-day tour. Begin at Orongo, site of the legendary Birdman Ceremony, symbolizing power, wisdom, and connection to the ancestors. Continue to Ranu Kau, the volcanic crater with panoramic views, and finish at Ahu Vinapu, showcasing ancient Rapa Nui architectural mastery. A journey of history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. Pickup and drop-off from Hanga Roa hotels are included.