Rano Kau: Trek Around the Crater Rim

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About this activity

Trek along the edge of Rano Kau, one of the three extinct volcanoes of Rapa Nui.

Moisture accumulates inside, creating a favorable microclimate for cultivation. There is a great diversity of native vegetation that surprises: bananas, tubers, and other edible species that make us think of ancient human occupations.

It is considered that the manavai, an ancient system of cultivation of circular holes, protected by a stone wall, was inspired by the craters of volcanoes such as Rano Kau.

When you reach the end of the route, you will find one of the most impressive settings on the island, the great crater of Rano Kau next to the 3 main islets of Rapa Nui.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Kava Kava Tours

Ages: Adults (18–85 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Native and certified guide
Included: Bottle of water

Not included

Not included: National Park ticket mandatory - Valid for 10 days from first entry and for all park sites.

Itinerary

Walk along the edge of Rano Kau, one of Rapa Nui's three extinct volcanoes. Its crater of more than a kilometer and a half in diameter allows us to look out and see its interior. There, a large lagoon with reed islands forms a landscape that seems to be located in another part of the cosmos.