Private Full-Day Easter Island Highlights North and West

5.0 (86 reviews) 6 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour

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Monument Ahu Nau-Nau at beach Anakena. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Private Full-Day Easter Island Highlights North and West, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Embark on a journey through time, visiting the most awe-inspiring locations in chronological order. Learn about the arrival of the first king, the rise and fall of the mighty moai statues, the deadly competitions of the birdman order and the arrival of missionaries, ending the ancient culture.

Enjoying the personalized experience of having a guide of your own, you will have all the time in the world for questions, and you'll be able to have the tour adjust to your taste and liking.

The itinerary is highly optimized to visit the sites with best possible light conditions for photography, and with the least amount of crowds around.

Combine this with "Private Full-Day Easter Island Highlights South and East" to discover Easter Island in a complete, thorough manner, with all of its history, culture, legends and society. You may also book "2-Day Private Tour Easter Island Highlights Complete Discovery" instead, which includes both these tours.

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At a glance

Duration: 6 h 30 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Easter Island Travel

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Transport
Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Bottled water
Included: Driver/guide

Not included

Not included: Tour not available for cruise ship passengers
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Lunch
Not included: Admission fees: 1 ticket per person, valid for all tours and sites, bought online beforehand

Itinerary

Anakena Beach

35 min

At the most beautiful beach of the island, the capital of the ancient society was located. In the sand stands a monument with the best preserved restored moais of the entire island. Quite recently they were dug up after centuries of having been buried in the sand. If interested in having a swim or enjoying some beach time, we suggest coming back on your own, as the tour will mainly focus on the archaeological and historical aspect of this area.
Ahu Te Pito Kura

25 min

The tallest moai that was ever successfully transported to its ahu can be found in this area. It was an amazing 9.9 m tall. Just like all other statues it was toppled in ancient times, and today it is still unrestored.

There is also a round magnetic rock in this area that some say has magical properties.
Puna Pau

20 min

Small volcano where the red scoria stone was quarried for the moai statue topknots - the so called pukao. All of the moai statue pukaos come from this place.
Ahu Akivi

20 min

The only monument with moais that are looking out towards the sea.
Ahu Tahai

30 min

The tribesmen of this village were remarkably ambitious and hard-working. They raised several statues at three different ahu platforms. A ramp was made to enter the ocean from within the area.
Rano Kau

20 min

The crater of volcano Rano Kau is one of the most stunning views of the whole island. Its crater lake was one of the most important sources of drinking water in ancient times.
Orongo

45 min

Ceremonial stone village dedicated to the birdman competition, located at the ridge of volcano Rano Kau. From within Orongo we will have a fantastic view of the crater of this volcano.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Taura'a Hotel
Hotel Tiare Pacific
Hotumatua
Kaimana Inn Hotel & Restaurant
La Casa De Hatirenga
Hotel Maea Hare Repa
Mana Nui Inn
O'tai Hotel
Hare Maea
Easter Island Eco Lodge
Hotel Taha Tai
Nayara Hangaroa

and 13 more pickup points

We'll pick you up from any hotel, hostal and cabin at Easter Island. Pick up time is at

09.30.

Using your ticket

PICK UP TIME for this tour will be between 9.15 am and 9.45 am.
Please have your national park ticket ready for your tour, and bring it with you at all times; National park tickets should be bought upon arrival to the airport; This is required for all visitors to Easter Island
Tours are bilingual, performed in English and in Spanish by the same guide
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat
Not wheelchair accessible
Dress for the weather appropriately; Please bring a rain coat in case of rain
Comfortable walking shoes or hiking shoes are recommended; Flip-flops are not recommended due to uneven terrain

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tours are bilingual, performed in English and in Spanish by the same guide
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
Please have your national park ticket ready for your tour, and bring it with you at all times; This is required for all visitors to Easter Island. Tickets are available online (https://www.rapanuinationalpark.com/pages/compra-de-tickets) or in the town center.
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Not for cruise ship passengers