Full Day Private Tour: Factory of the Moai the stone giants

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Overview

  • Duration:6 hours 0 minutes
  • Travelers:1 - 15 guests
  • Tour Type:Private tour
  • Language:English, French, Spanish
  • Email Ticket:Yes
On this tour you will tour a large part of the island, discovering the west coast, a place with incredible and unparalleled archaeological treasures, which tell the history and heyday of the Rapa Nui civilization.
You will be able to visit the most iconic places on the island, among which the largest moais in Polynesia stand out, the Ahu Tongariki, as well as Rano Raraku, the mythical place where the moais were made, among many others.
Discover the beginning, height and fall of civilization, as well as civil conflicts.
We will visit archaeological remains that tell the history and behavior of the Rapa Nui during the height of civilization.
We will see the place where the first King of the Island, Hotu Matua lived his last years, the incredible ahu that is located in this sector and all the history that it entails.
This impressive archaeological site, the ahu one makihi, with its unrestored fallen moai and incredible details in its appearance, in its natural state becomes the perfect prelude to visiting the moai factory located on the rano Raraku volcano.
The largest construction on all of Easter Island and the largest monument in all of Polynesia is the ahu tongariki. 15 stone giants, an altar 100 meters long and a unique landscape in the world. As the natives say, if you don't know this ahu, then you don't know Easter Island.
Dozens of moai heads emerge from all over the land, you will see many vestiges and stones from which they indicate where the giants were taken from to move them to different parts of the island. If you are looking for a surprising landscape steeped in history, Rano Raraku is a must-see destination.
Ovahe is a postcard-sized white sand beach, surrounded by a high cliff face of red scoria.
After touring the island's most impressive historical sites, relax at Anakena, a beach steeped in history with archaeological sites and an imposing ahu. This is where the Rapa Nui civilization began. Enjoy its crystal clear waters and its beautiful palm trees.
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Highlights

  • Explore Rapa Nui’s most iconic sites in a full-day tour, visiting majestic moai platforms, the legendary Rano Raraku quarry, and the stunning Ahu Tongariki, all while immersing yourself in the rich history and culture of the island.

Includes/Excludes

  • Private transportation
  • Native and certified guide
  • Food & drinks
  • National park ticket. This has a value of approximately 80 dollars per person
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
Please note

 

Wheelchair accessible

Stroller / pram accessible

Animals or pets allowed

Infants must sit on your lap

Infant seats available

No public transportation nearby

Wheelchair accessible

To access our tours we will only need confirmation of payment from the platform. For the national park tickets, we can accompany you to obtain your tickets at the park office, however, it is the responsibility of the tourist to have their own.

We will pick you up from the hotel or place where you are staying 15 to 10 minutes before the scheduled time. The guide will carry an identification card with the logo and name of the company so that it is easy to identify us.

 

What do I need to bring?

 

For the full-day tour of Rapa Nui’s iconic sites, it’s recommended to bring:

Comfortable walking shoes

Light, breathable clothing

Sun protection (sunscreen, hat, sunglasses)

Water and snacks

Camera or phone for photos

A jacket or windbreaker (for changing weather)

A reusable bag for personal items or any trash

Cancellation policy

We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 day or less before event

We will charge a cancellation fee of 0% if booking is cancelled 1000 days or less before event

 

Itinerary

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Explore Rapa Nui’s most iconic sites in a full-day tour,

Vaihú is an ancient ceremonial site on the southern coast of Rapa Nui, known for its fallen moai and traditional stone platforms, reflecting the island’s rich cultural heritage and turbulent past.

ana akahanga, the cave of the king

Ana Akahanga is a significant archaeological site on the southern coast of Rapa Nui, featuring fallen moai and ancient stone platforms, believed to be the burial place of the island's first king, Hotu Matu’a.

Tongariki, the giants of stone

Tongariki is the largest ceremonial platform on Rapa Nui, featuring 15 majestic moai standing in a row against the backdrop of the Pacific Ocean, making it one of the most iconic and awe-inspiring sites on the island.

Rano Raraku. The quarry

Rano Raraku is the legendary quarry of Rapa Nui where nearly all the moai were carved, featuring hundreds of statues in various stages of completion, some still partially buried in the volcanic slopes, offering a mesmerizing glimpse into the island’s sculptural past.

Te Pito Kura

Te Pito Kura is a sacred site on Rapa Nui known for its massive fallen moai and the mystical "Navel of the World," a perfectly round stone believed to hold spiritual and magnetic energy, adding an aura of mystery to the location.

anakena, the coral sand beach

Anakena is a beautiful white-sand beach on Rapa Nui, surrounded by swaying palm trees and guarded by majestic moai statues, blending natural beauty with rich history as the legendary landing site of the island’s first settlers.

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