Join this 5-day adventure tour to Easter Island, specially designed around the October 2024 Solar Eclipse. The trips starts upon your arrival in Hanga Roa, Easter Island. The next day, hike towards Rano Kau volcano for panoramic views and explore the sacred village of Orongo with its birdman competition and petroglyphs. Witness the solar eclipse from a prime spot and spend the afternoon at your leisure. Discover the southern coast's ancient sites, including Ahu Vaihu and the Rano Raraku quarry with its nearly 900 stone statues. Visit Ahu Tongariki's 15 restored Moais, and relax on Anakena Beach. Hike up Maunga Terevaka for 360-degree island views before returning to the hotel. End the trip with a final morning of relaxation before departing back to Santiago, enriched by the island's culture, landscapes, and history.
Highlights
Hike to Rano Kau volcano and explore the sacred village of Orongo
Witness the solar eclipse from a prime location
Discover ancient sites, including Ahu Vaihu and the Rano Raraku quarry
Visit Ahu Tongariki to see 15 restored Moais and relax on Anakena Beach
Hike Maunga Terevaka for 360-degree island views before concluding your trip
Moderately active but not overly strenuous. This level includes activities like casual cycling, yoga, or excursions/activities that typically last 3-5 hours total each day.
After your flight from Santiago to Easter Island, you are greeted by your driver at the airport and transported to Hanga Roa, the island’s main town and capital, where nearly 90% of its residents live.
Check into Hotel O'Tai and enjoy a good night's rest in preparation for the next day's activities.
Day 2: Sacred Village of Orongo | Solar Eclipse Viewing
After breakfast, climb the dormant Rano Kau volcano, enjoying panoramic views of the island's unique geological features. Reach a viewpoint overlooking the volcanic crater lake. Visit the sacred village of Orongo, famous for its birdman competition, and discover petroglyphs while admiring views of the Motu Nui, Motu Iti, and Motu Kao Kao islets from the cliffside. Head down to Ahu Vinapu, an unrestored site showcasing Pre-Incan architectural influence. Finish your morning at the fishing port of Hanga Piko, where you’ll see the rehabilitated Ahu Riata.
After the morning excursion, have a box lunch before finding the perfect spot to witness the solar eclipse. Guided by expert advice, you can choose your ideal viewing location for this extraordinary event.
After the eclipse, spend the afternoon relaxing and exploring the landscapes and rich history of Rapa Nui at your own pace.
Day 3: Hanta Te'e Bay | Rano Raraku | Ahu Tongariki | Anakena Beach
Enjoy breakfast and then travel to the southern coast to explore the unrefurbished Ahu Vaihu platform in Hanga Te’e Bay and discover the remains of an ancient village. Continue to the Akahanga complex, believed to be the legendary king Hotu Matu’a's final resting place.
Visit Rano Raraku, a quarry with nearly 900 stone statues, 397 of which line the slopes of this dormant volcano with a crater lake. Enjoy lunch at a nearby restaurant with panoramic views of Rano Raraku. Then, explore Ahu Tongariki, known for its restoration of 15 Moais. Return to Hanga Roa for lunch, then head to the East Coast to see Ahu Te Pito Kura and the "Navel of the World."
Finish at Anakena Beach, home to the restored Ahus Nau Nau and Ature Huke, and relax by the Pacific Ocean before returning at the hotel.
In the morning, hop in a vehicle and head to the old remains of Vai Tea's ancient sheep farm. Then, start the climb, going up nearly 500 meters to reach the top of Maunga Terevaka, the youngest volcano on Easter Island. Up there, get an awesome 360-degree view of the island's coastline and the vast ocean. The place feels so isolated, making you feel like you’re at the edge of the world. After a quick rest, start heading back down, where your vehicle is ready to take you back to the hotel.
Note: This is the only private excursion in this itinerary; the rest are shared small group excursions with other travelers.
Day 5: Return Home
1 Breakfast
This morning, transfer to the airport to begin your trip home or choose to extend your adventures in Santiago.
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Initial deposit is 20% ($400 minimum), and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 70 days (10 weeks) prior to departure by bank transfer, check, or credit card. Final payment by credit card may be subject to 3% convenience fee and a maximum $20,000 charge
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4 weeks ago
Rapa Nui was on my bucket list for a long time so I worried that it would not meet my expectations. Our tour could not have been better. Our guide was knowledgeable and professional with an understanding of the island that made it come alive. I would and have recommended this trip to everyone that will listen.
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1 month ago
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Heather Spanbauer
1 month ago
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Joel
2 months ago
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