Uncover the secrets of Easter Island by piecing together the many clues given to us by the gigantic sculpted megaliths that cover this mysterious land. Start the journey by visiting the ahu platforms at Tahai, where the clear morning light brings alive the moai that look over this restored ancestral village of the Rapanui people. Visit the ruins of the fallen moai at Ahu Akahanga, where three platforms sit untouched since the Rapanui turned on the traditions of their ancestors and began toppling the moai. Stand in awe at the restored site of Ahu Tongariki, where fifteen stone giants stand watch over the land as silent sentinels, dwarfing all who come into their presence.   Spend a bulk of the afternoon absorbing the grandeur of the moai that sit half emerged from the soil Rano Raraku, the volcano crater that acted as a stone quarry and birthplace for these immense figures. Visit Ahu Te Pito Kura, the site of the largest moai to ever stand on an ahu, and see the legendary magnetic stone that according to island history, was brought to Easter Island from the original Polynesian homeland of Hiva by the first king, Hotu Matuʻa. Finish the day taking in the coconut palms, turquoise water and white sand at Anakena Beach, and gazing upon the post-modernist style moai of Ahu Nau Nau.   This excursion can be done as a private tour, or as a small group tour. The Moai Monuments small group tour runs on Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from November to April. Tours are for a minimum of two and a maximum of eight people. The maximum number of languages spoken on the tour will be two (usually English or Spanish). Pick up from your lodgings is between 9:30AM-10:00AM. Lunch is not included in the tour unless specified in the booking section, but there is an opportunity to buy refreshments from the café at Rano Raraku.  

Unearth some of the gems of Easter Island´s fascinating past with stops at several significant sites of interest. Head to Puna Pau, the small crater that acted as the scoria quarry for the moai's famous topknots, before continuing to the site of the island´s most intricate stone work at Ahu Tahira in Vinapu, where the moai platform is reminiscient of the legendary masonry of the Incas of South America. Take in the breathtaking views at the giant cauldron of Rano Kau, a miniature eco-system and the largest volcano crater on the island.   Experience the wind on your face at the clifftop ceremonial village of Orongo, and discover the significance of the Birdman Cult that emerged out of the ruins of the Moai building era. Peer off the precipice at the ocean below where once a year during the Birdman competition, brave warriors from the island's various clans would climb down the steep rocky cliffs to the swirling ocean below and swim out to the small islets off the coast in an attempt to bring back the first egg of the manutara bird, therefore winning the right for their clan to rule the island for the following year. Finish the day with a visit to Ahu Akivi, the renowned seven inland moai that stand gazing oceanwards, and explore the large and unique cave system of Ana Te Pahu, known affectionately as "The Banana Cave".   This excursion can be done as a private tour or as a small group tour. The Historic Pathways small group tour runs on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays for between one and eight people. The maximum amount of languages spoken on the tour will be two (usually English or Spanish). Pick up from your lodgings is between 9:30AM-10:00AM. Lunch is not included in the tour, but there is an opportunity to have lunch at a small restaurant in Hanga Roa halfway through the day.  

This tour looks to fit in the must see highlights of the island in one day, mixing the best from the Moai Monuments Tour and the Historic Pathways Tour. Beginning at the seven statues of Ahu Akivi, the only restored inland group of moai, survey the history of the Rapanui people and the various theories on why they constructed the moai and how they transported them. From there, head to Anakena Beach and Ahu Nau Nau, the cradle of Rapanui civilization, where the royal family lived and the first Polynesian voyagers arrived. Soak up the sights at this palm-fringed golden sand beach and jewel amidst a coastline of jagged rocks before continuing to Ahu Tongariki, the largest line up of moai on the island. Fifteen colossal megaliths stare down from an incredible height, now restored to their former glory after having been overthrown by the islanders during the 18th century.   Explore the volcano crater and stone quarry of Rano Raraku, the birth place of the statues, where about a thousand moai were fashioned and over three hundred still lay in various stages of carving. Towards the end of the day, drive the road along the rugged south coast before ascending up to the mile-wide volcano crater of Rano Kau - the most stunning natural wonder of the island. Enjoy the late afternoon light visiting the ceremonial village of Orongo, where once a year, certain warriors and chiefs from each of the island's clans would dwell for a month before a competion of epic proportions would take place, determining the island's next Birdman and ruler for the following year.

The largely untouched North Coast is one of the treasures of Easter Island that only the most adventurous ever get to experience. As there are no roads to this part of the island, it is accesible only by foot or on horseback. Gaze upon the ruins of dozens of ahu and fallen moai that pepper this coastline and visit the various other sites of interest that hide among the rocks and lava flows. Absorb the quiet and isolated atmosphere at the seaside oasis of Hanga o Teo before being rewarded with a view of the coconut grove, turquoise water and white sands of Anakena Beach.

Throw on your hiking boots and spend the day exploring Easter Island's last frontier, the Poike peninsula. Closed to vehicles since 2005, this remarkable place truly is off the beaten track. Highlights on this hike include the panoramic view from the volcano summit of Pua Katiki, Vai a Heva (a water receptacle carved in the form of a huge face), and several small moai dotted around the peninsula. With its barren slopes, jutting cliffs, isolated ancient statues, and the interesting legends pertaining to this remote part of the island, an excusion to this fascinating place is a must for anyone wanting to dig deeper into the island's history.  

Walk up the largest river bed on Easter Island to its highest point of Mt Terevaka, taking in the 360 degree panorama of one of the most isolated places in the world. Visit Ahu Te Peu, a platform with some impressive stonework where the largest houses were based in ancient times, before descending into the youngest part of the island where lava layers the land, exploring some of the various lava tubes which are found there. Finish your tour with a coastal walk back to the town.

Journey back in time to the world of the Polynesian voyagers with Easter Island’s only hands-on stargazing experience. Learn about the principles of basic astronomy, the history of Polynesian voyaging and settlement, navigational techniques and the archeo-astronomy of Rapa Nui. Head out to some of the island’s traditional observatory sites to gaze at the night sky on one of the most remote islands in the world, and view stars and constellations visible only in the Southern Hemisphere.   Your guide will point out stars and constellations of interest to the Polynesian navigators, relating some of the stories and legends that are tied to them, and explain techniques on how to find certain cardinal points of the traditional Polynesian compass by using the layout of the night sky. Look at the beauty of star clusters, nebulae, galaxies, stars and planets visible through our high-powered telescope before of heading to Anakena Beach* with the option of taking spectacular shots of the star-filled sky moai in the foreground. Finish the night with a hot beverage and a slice of local cake.  *We reserve the right to change the order of sites visited and/or the moai statue location due to weather. 

Enjoy the magic of the early morning sky as the starlight fades and the sun rises at the fifteen moai of Ahu Tongariki. Learn about the principles of basic astronomy as your guide points out stars and asterisms of interest to the Polynesian navigators, relating some of the stories and legends that are tied to them, and explaining techniques on how to find certain cardinal points of the traditional Polynesian compass by using the layout of the night sky.    As this tour takes place about 7-8 hours later than our regular Stargazing Tour, the "Rapa Nui Stargazing Experience", the sky that is visible in the early morning is totally different to what can be seen just after sunset, offering unique opportunities for astro-photography of Ahu Tongariki beneath a star-blanketed sky before its backdrop changes with the spectacular light of the dawn.

Experience the outdoors at night, walking under the light of the moon to Easter Island's highest point. Begin the journey at the old Vaitea Ranch and head to the summit of Mt Terevaka. Your guide will point out some of the most visible stars in the sky and explain some of the ways Polynesians used the night skies for navigation and marking seasons in ancient times, as well as some of the stories and legends attached to different stars and constellations. After spending some time at the summit, descend on the same trail to the finish point at Vaitea. Included in the hike are headlamps for assistance on the trail, a cup of hot chocolate and a slice of po'e (banana bread).

The power of the sun's rays combined with the magic of fifteen flint-faced moai truly is an unforgettable experience.  

Enjoy a walk along the eastern rim of the mile wide volcano crater of Rano Kau, and finish looking below at the wild ocean and three islets off the coast. (3 hours)

Walk up to the summit of Mt Terevaka, Easter Island's highest point, and take in a 360-degree panorama of one of the most isolated places in the world. 

Discover the secret spots that Rapa Nui has to offer on the Hidden Treasures of Easter Island tour. This excursion looks to visit many of the hidden and often missed sites of interest on the island that are difficult to find without a guide, and is a fantastic complement to the Moai Monuments and Historic Pathways Tours. All of the sites on the tour are located a short walking distance from the vehicle, making it an ideal third day of exploration for those who are unable to manage a day hike.

Maximize the use of your time on Easter Island if you arrive on a midday flight and are here just for one full day. In this time, you will be able to visit all of the main archaeological sites of interest which are accesible by vehicle, and enjoy a beautiful sunrise tour to the fifteen moai that stand on the magnificent platform of Ahu Tongariki.  

Maximize the use of your time on Easter Island if you arrive on a midday flight and are here just for two full days. In this time, you will be able to visit all of the main archaeological sites of interest which are accesible by vehicle, complete one of our three full-day hikes that we offer and enjoy a beautiful sunrise tour to the fifteen moai that stand on the magnificent platform of Ahu Tongariki. 

Maximize the use of your time on Easter Island if you arrive on a midday flight and are here just for two full days. In this time, you will be able to visit all of the main archaeological sites of interest which are accesible by vehicle, visit many of the hidden and often missed sites of interest on the island that are difficult to find without a guide and enjoy a beautiful sunrise tour to the fifteen moai that stand on the magnificent platform of Ahu Tongariki.