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Easter Island
Trip Planning & Itineraries
Tiny Polynesian Rapa Nui (45 sq mi; 117 sq km) is one of the most isolated places on earth, but those who go the distance rarely regret it. Locals refer to their island as Te Pito o Te Henua, 'The Navel of the World' - and watching storms break over the endless ocean expanse, sun bursts and cloud shadows dance across volcanic angles, all as world-famous moai watch over, certainly does make one feel in the center of a magical place.
A Chilean territory since 1888, Rapa Nui is officially known by its Spanish name, Isla de Pascua (Easter Island).
Vaihu, Moias and Anakena Beach Full-Day Easter Island Tour
From USD $31.00
Travel to Ahu Akivi, a ceremonial area known for the legends which surround the 7 Moais or statues. Continue on to Puna Pau, a site to the east of the town of Hanga Roa in a small crater.
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Suggested Itineraries in Easter Island
Since 1935, much of Easter Island's land and all the archaeological sites have been a national park administered by Conaf, which charges admission at Orongo, valid for the whole park for the length of one's stay. The park teems with caves, ahu, fallen moai, village structures and petroglyphs galore.
Spending the extra cash on a guided tour or an islander who can explain what you are seeing is a very worthy investment. Respecting these sites is essential - avoid walking on the ahu (revered by locals as burial sites) or removing/relocating rocks of archaeological structures.
From USD $54.00
Take me to a Ahu Vinapu, Orongo and Rano Kao Volcano Half-Day Easter Island Tour
Visit Ahu Vinapu which is made up of two ruined Ahus (temple platforms). Continue along the coast towards the Rano Kao Volcano. Next to the crater is the ancient ceremonial site of Orongo where there are many petroglyphs.
- Plan Easter Island vacations on Yahoo! Travel
- Easter Island hotels from PlanetWare
- English-language notes from the blog Chile From Within
