Easter Island Tours

Uncover the secrets of Easter Island and its iconic moai while taking in all the historical, cultural, and natural wonders in one day with the support of your guide on this small-group discovery tour. A great way to delve deeper into the history of this fascinating island and culture, your tour comes complete with headphones so you can explore and take photographs while still being able to hear your guide.

Spend the day immersed in Easter Island's culture, history, and folklore during this small-group tour. With just eight other travelers, follow your guide to the island's most important landmarks, including Puna Pau, Rano Kau, Ahu Akivi, and others. Round-trip hotel transportation included. Private tour ensures personalized attention and an intimate atmosphere.

Appreciating Easter Island’s cultural heritage can be tricky on a self-led excursion. Make the most of your time on the island with two full-day tours, and discover the island’s iconic moai statues, as well as its picturesque beaches, volcanic landmarks, and a ceremonial village. Forget the guidebook with insights provided by your guide, and enjoy daily round-trip transfer from your hotel plus lunch with a Rapa Nui family for a seamless sightseeing experience.

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.

Explore the famous megalithic statues, while I am going to teach you about my fascinating culture. Of course, it is possible to visit the sites on one's own, by renting a car or a bicycle (although the short hills are pretty steep). However, a guided tour with a local Rapa Nui is so much better for learning all the island secrets. This tour includes round-trip transportation to and from your hotel and will include visits to a few of the most expansive ceremonial complexes. I will describe the cultural and historical significance of what you’re seeing and a narration on the amazing archaeological sites you’re seeing and how they fit into the culture and stories of the people who populated the islands long ago. We are going to explore the northern coast of the island, and I will take you in places where other tourists won't go. See the major sites of Easter Island including Ahu Akivi, Rano Kau, Puna Pau, and more.

Many start their first day watching the sunrise from one of the most important icons of the Island. But what if you could start the night before. And in the most native way possible. Spending a night in a natural cave will immediately break your way of seeing the Island from the outside. Indeed, you will be closer to the essence and the Island vision. You will have the night to imagine the past life of a town marked by mystery. At the same time, you will be able to enjoy the stars, the moonlight over the sea and the sound of the waves. Set your alarm 6am! A must-see in Rapa Nui is about to begin. The sunrise behind the 15 imposing Moai of the largest ceremonial platform erected on the island, Ahu Tongariki. The colors and the silhouette of the stone giants invite us to reflect on the mysteries of this culture, but at the same time it is an invitation to introspection. To look at the legacy that we are leaving to those who follow us.

Did travellers really sail from Polynesia through the broad Pacific Ocean? Why did and do the Rapa Nui venerate Moais? As Rapa Nui native I can help you feeling a sense of spirituality, of growth, of clarity or of connection with different spots on the island and the island itself. This tour includes round-trip transportation to and from your hotel and will include visits to a few of the most expansive ceremonial complexes. I will describe the cultural and historical significance of what you’re seeing and a narration on the amazing archaeological sites you’re seeing and how they fit into the culture and stories of the people who populated the islands long ago. At the end of our tour we will enjoy a real “Rapa Nui Asado” (local barbecue) at the best sunset spot of the island, an enigmatic and charming scene for all our tourists who want to enjoy an exquisite cocktail waiting for the sunset.

The panoramic view we have of the whole Island from the top of Mount Terevaka is amazing. But something that makes this ride special is the opportunity we have to leave a positive mark on Rapa Nui. Plant your own tree and help us reforest the Island.

This tour represents one of the most important and listed on the island, due to its historical importance as to the archaeological elements found in this site and that do not repeat elsewhere. The tour also includes points of natural beauty such as the Rano Kau, which represents the most important wetland we have on the island. Come and join this experience of much culture and history of Rapa Nui, together with an experienced guide.

HINARIRU ROUTE - Length: 4 hours aprox. Departure from your accommodation place in Hanga Roa town, at approximately 9.30 am, to visit part of the south-east coast of Rapa Nui, passing through Ahu Vaihu, Akahanga, Ahu Tongariki and the quarry of the Rano Raraku volcano. Approximately 2:00 pm return to your place of accommodation.

It is one of the most recommended excursions to do on the island, mainly as it runs through several of the main attractions such as Rano Raraku and Ahu Tongariki, ending with a relaxing time on the most beautiful beach in Rapa Nui. The route is quite accessible for all types of people and with different conditions. Our private excursion service also includes hydration and we adapt to the needs of the client. Venture to a journey with a lot of history and archeology with a specialized guide and attentive to the needs of each of our visitors.

Make the most of a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the iconic archaeological sites at Easter Island on this private tour. Learn about the history of the monolithic carvings from your guide before stopping to visit less-frequented natural attractions, including the Rano Kau crater and Anakena beach. Hotel pickup and drop-off and private transportation ensure a comfortable and convenient experience.

Avoid overcrowded Easter Island tours on this private tour of the island that includes round-trip transport from your hotel. It’s perfect for travelers short on time because it packs in a ton of highlights in just one day. See Vinapu, Ahu Akivi, and Rano Kau, Puna Pau quarry, Orongo, and the Ana Kai Tangata cave. A guide tells you historical stories as you go, including a unique tale about cannibalism.

The mysterious moai statues of Easter Island have captivated visitors for hundreds of years because of their massive scale and enigmatic roots. Learn the history of iconic Easter Island archaeological sites on this private tour from your Easter Island hotel or port. Drive around the whole island with your guide, stopping to get out and explore key attractions like the statues at Rano Raraku and the Tahai Ceremonial Complex, and hear the stories that make the sights so famous as you go.

Learn about how ancient Polynesians used the night sky to navigate as you gaze upon the night sky with this evening stargazing experience. You'll start by attending a presentation on Polynesian history and astronomy before venturing to an observation site. Here you'll get to check out stars and planets through telescopes and with the naked eye before a quick visit to Anakena Beach to do some night photography before returning to your hotel.

Discover the beauty of Easter Island from beneath the waves on this fun dive experience. Led by professional divers, the scuba diving tour offers beginners and experienced divers the chance to delve into the depths of the Pacific Island surrounding the volcanic island and learn more about its fiery origins. You’ll also take home a video and photographs from your experience so you can treasure the memories forever.

Ideal for those with limited time, this comprehensive three-day tour allows you to see the best of Easter Island (Rapa Nui). By staying two nights on the island you can explore during two half days and one full day—and, as this is a private tour, you won't waste time waiting for others. As you visit the most-important sites, your guide will explain the history and culture of Rapa Nui and its people.

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.

Moai Rise and Fall: Full Day Private Tour is an archaeological field trip that explores the meaning, inception, creation and destruction of the megalithic statues of Rapa Nui (Easter Island). By visiting several key sites, the whole story of the moai comes to life through the explanations of a local expert with academic background. This field trip is based on scientific, ethnographic and historical evidence, supplemented by a deep knowledge of our oral tradition. RPS Experiences is the tourism wing of the Rapanui Pioneers Society, a research and educational organization formed by thoroughly experienced members. Our slow tours go against the fast-paced group tours to make sure that our Rapanui culture is well represented. We visit the sites during the hours of best light and avoiding (as much as possible) the busy hours, and we take our time on each site to get the full experience. This tour is also customizable depending on our travelers' special interests. Private service only.

Uncover the mysteries of Chile’s Easter Island, or Rapa Nui, as you embark on a 4-day sightseeing tour. Join a small group and spend your days discovering volcanoes, beaches, small villages, and archeological sites. While you explore, your guide enlightens you on the history, culture, and legends of the island, including the theories behind the iconic Easter Island heads.

Easter Island or Rapa Nui is one of the most isolated populated islands in the world. We invite you to discover "The Navel of the Earth" with this incredible program where you can discover the mysteries of this charming island located in Chilean Polynesia. Visit the Rapa Nui National Park declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco, the most outstanding moais on the island and the Rano Raraku volcanic crater. You will know the famous Ahu Akivi, a ceremonial platform guarded by seven moais that look out to the sea, and the Ana Kai Tangata cave, to appreciate cave paintings and the ceremonial village of Orongo. This package includes accommodation, excursions and transfers.

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.

This is a unique experience in which you will get to know the "musts" of these two incredible destinations in Chile, Easter Island and Torres del Paine. This tour has the assistance of the best local guides, to know in depth not only the landscapes, but also the culture and secrets of the destinations. IMPORTANT NOTE: According to the times we are living these days, this experience can be customized as per your interest and can also be provided in private service for an extra cost. If you are interested in doing this experience privately, please let us know and we will quote.

Discover Easter Island’s most spectacular moai statues on a small-group tour that’s limited to eight travelers. See the biggest and most impressive remnants of the ancient Easter Island civilization, from the fallen statues of the southwest to the towering monuments on the island’s eastern edge. At each site, learn the stories behind the statues, exploring what’s known—and what remains a mystery—about Easter Island moai. For your convenience, this tour of Easter Island includes pickup and drop-off at all island hotels.