2-Day Private Tour Easter Island Highlights Complete Discovery

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Feel the presence of the ancestors in the mighty statues of Ahu Tongariki. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

All of the archaeological highlights will be covered with this tour — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Venture into the fascinating ancient world of Easter Island. Maximize your experience by spending two full days learning about the history, culture, archaeology and legends of this awe-inspiring, unique island.

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. During the two days you'll visit all of the highlights of Easter Island, including Orongo, Rano Raraku, Ahu Tongariki, Ahu Akivi and much, much more.

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

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At a glance

Duration: 13 hours
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: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Bottled water
Included: Driver/guide
Included: Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Lunch
Not included: Tour not available for cruise ship passengers
Not included: Entrance 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. Some say that these statues were built to represent the first seven settlers that arrived to Easter Island a thousand years ago.
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.
Ahu Vinapu

30 min

The most perfectly fit rock wall, Ahu Tahira, is found in this area. It was engineered with such skill that many draw conclusions on contact with the Inca Empire.
Ahu Vinapu

30 min

Hanga Poukura: Close to Vinapu we have the area of Hanga Poukura. This is a beautiful coastal area of interesting, rough lava rock formations has several unique features. Several statues are in a strange and mysterious manner buried in a line, with only the backs being visible. The ahu is one of the most well-made ever with blocks that are cut for a better fit. Hanga Poukura area also has an amazing natural phenomena that has been occurring constantly since this these areas were created by lava flows almost a million years ago - a blowhole. The blowhole of Hanga Poukura is one of the best ones of Rapa Nui, and when the ocean is right, water will spurt up into the air as waves come in.
Ahu Vaihu

30 min

This area has a replica of an ancient village built up in modern times. We will be able to see examples of how ancient plantation techniques work, and we will have the opportunity to enter replicas of the ancient "boat houses" that were used hundreds of years ago.
Ahu Akahanga

30 min Admission not included

Feel the presence of history as you walk among the ruins of one of Rapa Nui’s largest ancient villages. Explore boat-shaped house foundations, earth ovens, and a massive ceremonial platform where moai statues still lie toppled. A second, unrestored ahu nearby holds 13 statues of varying sizes — a powerful reminder of the island’s past. According to legend, this sacred site is also the burial place of the island’s first king - Hotu Matu'a.
Rano Raraku

1 h 30 min

The volcano that was converted into a mass production factory of gigantic megaliths. Virtually all statues were carved here. One day the workers stopped, and the hundreds of statues that were left behind haven't moved since.
Ahu Tongariki

45 min Admission not included

The largest monument on Easter Island, Ahu Tongariki features 15 massive moai standing proudly against the ocean backdrop. Once toppled by an earthquake and swept inland by a tsunami, these giants were restored to their original glory — a breathtaking symbol of Rapa Nui’s strength, history, and spiritual legacy.

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

Pick Up Time: For both days pick up time will be at 09.30, unless a different time is agreed upon

Start Point: Your hotel on Easter Island

Return point: Your hotel on Easter Island

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
Not for cruise passengers

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
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; National park tickets should be bought upon arrival to the airport; This is required for all visitors to Easter Island
Children must be accompanied by an adult