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Ahu Tongariki Tours and Tickets
With 15 gigantic stone-carved moai lined up on a 200-foot-long platform and a remote location framed by the looming Rano Raraku volcano and the crashing ocean, Ahu Tongariki is nothing short of spectacular. For many visitors, this is the star attraction of Easter Island, and looking up at the towering figures, the largest of which stands 14 meters tall, it’s hard not to be in awe of the Rapa Nui people, who achieved the seemingly impossible feat of carving and moving the 30-ton stone boulders to their waterfront perch.
Ahu Tongariki is the largest ceremonial site ever made on the island, featuring the largest number of moai ever erected on a single site, and each statue is unique, with only one featuring the iconic red-rock “pukao,” or ceremonial headdress. Even more astounding, considering the size and weight of the statues, is that the site was almost completely destroyed by a tsunami in 1960, with the rocks flung more than 90 meters inland. The ahu has since been painstakingly restored, a project that took Chilean archaeologists Claudio Cristino and Patricia Vargas five years and was finally completed in 1995.
- Easter Island, Chile
Tours and Tickets to Experience Ahu Tongariki
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Easter Island Full-Day Tour: Ahu Tongariki, Rano Raraku and Anakena Beach
Discover the dramatic beauty and rich history of Easter Island on a captivating full-day tour from Hanga Roa. Admire an intriguing tableau of iconic ‘moai’ sculptures with an experienced archeologist guide; explore the volcanic slopes and dramatic quarry of Rano Raraku; and marvel at the sacred ceremonial sites in Ahu Akahanga. Conclude your enriching exploration while reclining on the blissful beach of Anakena for a tranquil finish.
... More- 8 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USD 121.00
Private Tour: Full Day Easter Island Highlights
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.
... More- 7 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USD 263.00
Price varies by group size
Private Tour: Tongariki Sunrise Experience
Rise with the sun on Easter Island and experience the atmosphere on this special island as the sky changes color from night to day. Sit with the Rapa Nui statues and take in the sights, the moa’i head statues sitting with you. Take in impressive views of the landscape, including the Poike Volcano, and learn about the ancient and spiritual place you are visiting.
... More- 2 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USD 125.00
Price varies by group size
2-Day Private Tour Easter Island Highlights Complete Discovery
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.
... More- 6 hours 30 minutes
- Free Cancellation
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USD 560.00
Price varies by group size
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With a Small Group of max 8 people and providing a more personalized experience explore the most on your visit to Easter Island. On your 6 hours tour visit the highlights of the island such as the quarry of Rano Raraku, Ahu Tongariki or O’rongo. Get all your questions answered by a professional tour guide who will show you around the archaeology of this unique culture in the world. Pick up and drop off at the pier
... More- 6 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USD 285.00
Anakena and Rapa Nui Culture in Easter Island
Discover the culture of Easter Island, known as Rapa Nui in the native language, on this full-day tour. Join a small group and explore several important sights around the island including the temples of Ahu Akahanga, the Rano Raraku crater, and Anakena Beach. While you explore, your guide provides information on the rich history and lost culture of the island.
... More- 7 hours
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USD 131.28
Price varies by group size
Majestic Monuments and Paradise Beaches: Full Day
Embark on an incomparable odyssey towards the most enigmatic confines of Easter Island. On this full-day tour, you will get to know the greatest and most impressive that Easter Island has to offer.
You will visit the great quarry where the moais were carved, the largest monument on the island with its 15 restored statues, and more.
We end up on our most beautiful beach, Anakena, which in ancient times was the home of the kings of the entire island.
... More- 7 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USD 130.00
Full Day Private Tour: Factory of the Moai the stone giants
This tour is unique in the market thanks to our native and certified guides, who will give you a unique and unforgettable experience in Rapa Nui. We offer tours that are different from others, taking them to little-visited places full of culture and history. In addition, our exclusive collaboration with the Hotel Hare Nua Boutique, number 1 in the Rapa Nui hotel market, guarantees quality service and a unique experience. We also offer you souvenir tour brochures, snacks and a nice detail at the end of the tours.
Book with us to enjoy a unique and unforgettable experience in Rapa Nui.
... More- 5 hours 40 minutes
- Free Cancellation
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USD 199.00
Full Day Tour - The Land of Hotu Matu´a
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.
... More- 7 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USD 177.09
Full day tour - DREAM
We have professional guides and leaders in positive experiences. Our tours cover sites that have not been exploited in compliance with the regulations and permitted access. We are also an agency that donates a percentage of its profits to physical and sports activities on the island and together we support the contribution of the local economy. We work with guides that guide participation in parks with the least possible environmental impact, respecting the limits of each archaeological site, protecting the special territory of Rapa Nui. Included in our tour is the entrance with a guide to all the indicated sites, however the entrance ticket to the archaeological sites IS NOT INCLUDED, this is a document obtained in Ma ́u Henua, an indigenous community in charge of managing the park.
... More- 9 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USD 80.00
Private Full-Day Easter Island Highlights South and East
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.
... More- 6 hours 30 minutes
- Free Cancellation
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USD 280.00
Price varies by group size
Private Tour: 2 Half Days & 1 Full Day Easter Island Essentials
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.
... More- 3 days
- Free Cancellation
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USD 795.00
Price varies by group size
3-Day Tour of Rapa Nui
The best way to get to know the renowned tourist places of Rapa Nui with an affordable price in the company of the best leading guides in positive experiences, we support all the needs apart from the tours on the island in information such as support and guidance to the best panoramas and activities to do during the stay. We deliver familiarity and hospitality to all our passengers so that they live the experience beyond tourism and feel confident to share with us.
... More- 3 days
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USD 180.00
Private Full-Day Easter Island Moai Monuments Tour
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.
... More- 7 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USD 230.00
Sunrise in Tongariki on Easter Island Rapa Nui
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.
... More- 4 hours
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USD 226.75
Price varies by group size
Private Tour: Full-Day Easter Island Archeological sites
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).
... More- 7 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USD 263.00
Price varies by group size
Moai Rise and Fall: Full Day Private Tour
Perfect for history buffs, dive deep into the past of the Rapa Nui people of Chile during this Easter Island Full-Day Private History Tour from Hanga Roa. Explore archeological sites to learn about the creation and destruction of the Rapa Nui (Easter Island) statues. Facilitated by the Rapanui Pioneers Society, this research organization is filled with experienced guides with ample historic knowledge of sites, including the Ahu Vaihu memorial ruins and Rano Raraku, the birthplace of the Moai people.
... More- 7 hours 30 minutes
- Free Cancellation
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USD 250.00
Price varies by group size
The birth of the Moai: Guided and private full day excursion Easter Island.
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.
... More- 3 hours 40 minutes
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USD 177.09
Hinariru Route in Easter Island
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.
... More- 3 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USD 210.00
Price varies by group size
Mysteries and Legends: Complete Journey of Rapa Nui in 3 Tours
Embark on a journey to an ancient world, to the whispers of the earth and the secrets of the wind in the majesty of Rapa Nui, Easter Island. This triptych of adventures is woven with the magic of mysteries, legends and a vibrant culture that beats in the heart of the island.
Rapa Nui, a jewel in the middle of the vast Pacific, requires a journey of enormous distances. When the journey is so far, every moment on the island is precious. This adventure triptych is your doorway to Rapa Nui in its entirety, ensuring that you don't miss a single piece of its rich history, culture, and mystery.
This trip is not just a visit, it is a total immersion in the world of Rapa Nui, a journey that takes you through each legend, each mystery, each corner that leaves you with memories for life.
... More- 3 days
- Free Cancellation
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USD 290.00
Rapa Nui Astrophotography and Stargazing Night Tour Combination
This photo tour combination includes a private Astrophotography tour and to be part of The Rapa Nui Stargazing Experience (shared - max 10 people).
For avid photographers and enthusiasts, our photography tours aim to get the best light at the best times. Astrophotography is one option, but we also run day photo tours (beginning before sunrise and running through to mid morning, or beginning in the afternoon and running through to sunset).
Even if you are still learning, we can help you optimize the use of your camera by giving insights into composition and use of camera settings. You will be with a knowledgeable guide who will also be able to tell you about the history of the island, although more focus is on the photography.
We recommend choosing one site per night as transportation from Hanga Roa to the site and back is 1 hour approximately. We can do both places (Anakena & Ahu Tongariki) for Stars to Sunrise tours and more places on Day Photo tours.
... More- 2 days
- Free Cancellation
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USD 695.00
Private 2 Days Essential Tour of Easter Island
Make the most of your time on Easter Island with two comprehensive full-day tours that will allow you to fully experience the island's rich cultural heritage. With the guidance of a knowledgeable local expert, you'll have the opportunity to discover the mesmerizing moai statues that have fascinated visitors for centuries. Learn about their history, significance, and the mysteries that surround them, as you marvel at their imposing presence. You'll enjoy delicious lunch on your first day of touring.
... More- 2 days
- Free Cancellation
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USD 624.00
Price varies by group size
Private Tour: 2 Half Days & 2 Full Days
Maximize your time on this 2 half days and 2 full days 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.
... More- 4 days
- Free Cancellation
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USD 934.00
Price varies by group size
Astrophotography in Easter Island
For avid photographers and enthusiasts, our photography tours aim to get the best light at the best times. Astrophotography is one option, but we also run day photo tours (beginning before sunrise and running through to mid morning, or beginning in the afternoon and running through to sunset).
Even if you are still learning, we can help you optimize the use of your camera by giving insights into composition and use of camera settings. You will be with a knowledgeable guide who will also be able to tell you about the history of the island, although more focus is on the photography.
We recommend choosing one site per night as transportation from Hanga Roa to the site and back is 1 hour approximately. We can do both places (Anakena & Ahu Tongariki) for Stars to Sunrise tours and more places on Day Photo tours.
... More- 3 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USD 595.00
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