Top Easter Island Private Sightseeing Tours

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.

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.

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.

It is an opportunity for our clients to know our beautiful island with a well prepared and local guide, which gives added value to your excursion. All our guides are Rapa Nui, and we want to enhance the interaction of our people with our visitors and ensure that their experience is the best. This tour was prepared mainly for visitors who want to live unique emotions, and who can know everything that our island offers. The tour 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 into a tour with a lot of history and archeology with a specialized guide and attentive to the needs of each of our visitors.

This tour is special since our visitors will be able to understand each of the sites and the complete history of Rapa Nui with a local tour guide who will accompany them in all their activities. You can also know aspects of the daily life of our territory and what makes it magical.

Poīke Peninsula: Full Day Private Hike is an archaeological field trip that visits the mysterious Eastern headland of Rapa Nui. The aim is to explore the desolation of this area, riddled with legends and unique archaeological traits that was abandoned by its human residents more than 600 years ago. This field trip is based on scientific, ethnographic and historical evidence suplemented 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. Hiking experience recommended. Private service only.

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.

The Moai Roads: Half Day Private Tour is an archaeological field trip based on scientific, ethnographic and historical evidence suplemented by a deep knowledge of our oral tradition. This tour is also customizable depending on our travelers' special interests. RPS Experiences is the tourism wing of the Rapanui Pioneers Society, a research and educational organization formed by thoroughly experienced members. Our guides are scholars or local experts with a vast trajectory working in tourism and experience with some of the top companies in Rapa Nui and abroad. 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 experience them fully.

Royal Miru District: Full Day Private Hike is an archaeological field trip that explores the northwestern region of the island, the abandoned territories of the aristocratic Miru clan in pre-Christian times. It's an intense hike over a section of Rapa Nui that is rarely visited by tourists. We see ruins of ancient settlements, fallen moai, ahu, caves and petroglyphs. 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. Especially recomended for travelers that prefer to know the island at the true human scale, hiking and trekking. Hiking experience recommended. Private service. Limited availability.

With our excursion we invite you to witness one of the most impressive postcards of Easter Island, watching the sunrise from the biggest Ahu of the whole island, the Ahu Tongariki. Our tour will take you to marvel at the combination of colors, the sea and the historic Moais, which bring magic and mysticism to this place, while watching the sunrise. In addition the service includes breakfast, which will be served during the walk.

The Birdcult: Half Day Private Tour is an archaeological field trip based on scientific, ethnographic and historical evidence suplemented by a deep knowledge of our oral tradition. This tour is also customizable depending on our travelers' special interests. RPS Experiences is the tourism wing of the Rapanui Pioneers Society, a research and educational organization formed by thoroughly experienced members. Our guides are scholars or local experts with a vast trajectory working in tourism and experience with some of the top companies in Rapa Nui and abroad. 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 experience them fully. Private service only. Limited availability.

Caves and Lava Fields: Half Day Private Hike is an archaeological field trip that explores the Roiho region of Rapa Nui, above ground over volcanic terrain and underground through amazing lava tubes. By visiting key sites, the story of the human occupation of this area comes alive through the explanations of a local expert with academic background. This field trip is based on scientific, ethnographic and historical evidence suplemented 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. Private service only.

When your cruise ship pulls into the Hanga Roa port, see the famed Ahu stone sculptures of Easter Island on a full-day shore excursion. A professional guide takes you to the temples of Ahu, Akahanga and Tongariki in Rapa Nui National Park. Marvel at the ‘moai,’ monolithic human figures carved hundreds of years ago. See the Rano Raraku volcanic crater and visit the white-sand beach of Anakena, with lunch and round-trip port transport included.

Rapanui Origins: Full Day Private Tour is an exploration of the origins of the Rapanui people, the inhabitants of Easter Island. To find out, we visit multiple key archaeological sites including Vinapu, Anakena, Te Pito Kura and Ahu Akivi to get an overview from a scientific, ethnographic, historical and traditional versions of the first human settlement. Our guides are scholars or local experts with a vast trajectory working in tourism and experience with some of the top companies in Rapa Nui and abroad. 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 obtain a thorough experience. This tour is also customizable depending on our travelers' special interests. Private service only. Limited availability.

We will take a historical tour through the mysterious and exotic Rapa Nui culture, its traditions, beliefs, and customs. This walk will take you to places specially designed to feel the spirituality of the ancient inhabitants of the island. Our excursion begins with a visit to the cave of Ana Kai Tangata, to appreciate cave paintings. Then we will visit the Vinapu sector, archaeological site, and the Rano Kau Volcano, and we will finish our day with a visit to the ceremonial village of Orongo.

This is an excursion full of adventure and mystery, which will take us to explore areas of the island of great beauty while we discover the lost culture of Rapa Nui. Our tour will begin with a visit to the Ahu Vaihu and Akahanga, and then continue to the Rano Raraku volcanic crater, where we will learn its historical importance. The tour continues to the Ahu Tongariki, considered the most amazing Ahu on the island, and then to the Ahu Te Pito Kura, which has the largest statue. The walk is completed with a relaxing afternoon in Anakena.

Get an introductory tour of Easter Island when your cruise ship pulls into the Hanga Roa port. Let a professional guide regale you with mysterious tales of the island during this 3-hour shore excursion to Rapa Nui National Park. Visit Ahu Akivi, Ahu Vinapu, Puna Pau Quarry and Te Pahu Cavern, and marvel at the seven impressive ‘moai’ statues on a platform that faces the rising sun.

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.

See a different side of Easter Island on this private excursion to four historic caves once used by the Rapa Nui people. As you trek to the caves, your guide shares legends and lore behind these natural attractions and points out other archaeological sites along the way.

Unravel the mysteries of Rapa Nui (or, "Easter Island") on this full-day private guided tour of its archeological sites. In the company of just your party, enjoy your guide's undivided attention as they show you around the islands' moai and explain the complex methods used to create these incredible figures. Also visit the quarry of Rano Raraku where the ancient islanders carved the moai before transporting them to their ahus (platforms).

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.

Maximize your time on this 2 half days & 1 full day tours combination. If you arrive on a midday flight and leave on the third day this program is for you ! Start exploring the island right upon you arrive at Easter Island. See major sites of Easter Island Private guide for a more personalized experience Learn more about the fascinating Rapa Nui history

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.

Learn about the last stage of Easter Island before evangelization. The Ceremonial village of O'rongo was the scene where the bird man or Tangata Manu was rammed every year. Visit the crater of the Rano Kau volcano and other archaeological sites left behind such as Tahai and Ahu ‘A kivi .