Top 10 Things to do in Easter Island, Easter Island

August 18, 2021 Etsuko Causey

Located in the South Pacific more than 2,000 miles off the Chilean coast, Easter Island’s not the easiest place to reach. (If you’re interested, the easiest access is by air from Santiago or Tahiti.) But isolation has helped preserve the 1,500-year-old mysterious congregation of volcanic rock sculptures (maoi) that’s the island’s biggest claim to fame. After exploring the unique landscape, relax on an uncrowded beach and ponder one of the most mysterious places on Earth.
Restaurants in Easter Island

1. Rano Raraku

Easter Island Chile +56 32 210 0255 http://www.sernatur.cl
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Rano Raraku

The island's famous moai statues were carved from the volcanic rock of this mountain and are scattered across its slopes in various stages of completion.

Reviewed By DERtravels - Upland, United States

This is the highlight of our day tour on Easter Island. Although it was raining when we arrived, it did not deter us from making the hike up the path. We didn't manage to go all the qa into the quarry. We are slow walkers and we were only given about 35 minutes to explore. However, seeing the half buried Maoi made us truly wonder just how could the indigenous people build and erect these statues. We could also see Tongariki from this vantage point.

2. Rano Kau

Easter Island Chile http://www.conaf.cl
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Rano Kau

A hike to the summit of this 400m volcano offers panoramic views of the island's solitude in the South Pacific.

Reviewed By WImom - Fond du Lac, United States

This is Rapa Nui's largest volcanic crater and the island's most impressive natural wonder. The triangular appearance is the result of three main volcanic centers and 70 secondary volcanic cones. Rano Kau was the second of the three main volcanoes to erupt about 2.5 million years ago. It has a height of 1020 feet and a huge crater of approximately one mile in diameter and a fresh water lagoon of 33 feet in depth. Inside the crater grows grapes, bananas and totora, a reed used extensively for houses, boats and other uses. The best light is late morning or mid/late afternoon.

3. Ahu Tongariki

Easter Island Chile +56 32 210 0255 http://www.sernatur.cl
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Ahu Tongariki

15 Of The Island's Famous Moai Statues Stand Here In A Military Lineup Upon A Flat Rock Platform.

Reviewed By carolmL5814HA - Almancil, Portugal

Ahu Tongariki is amazing! The sheer size of the statues is mind blowing and as to how they got there well that’s a mystery! This is one of the ‘must see’ sights on Easter Island.

4. Rapa Nui National Park

Easter Island Chile 5623300860 http://www.conaf.cl/parques/parque-nacional-rapa-nui
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Rapa Nui National Park

The landscape of Rapa Nui, the indigenous name for Easter Island, is an eerie exhibit of ancient cultural remnants of an abandoned desert-dwelling people.

Reviewed By markoBRISTOL - Bristol, United Kingdom

Not sure what I can say that hasn’t been said before - I’ve seen so many shows about this place but it feels amazing to make this long trip and stand next to them . A feeling of real history. Also didn’t know there was a volcano crater with more Moai on the inner slopes I was so happy to visit this once in a lifetime place . Be aware that your Park ticket will only allow you in here once so make the most of your time . We went at about 15.00 and not at all busy Would I go back ? Yes but I fear this will be my one and only visit to the island

5. Orongo

Easter Island Chile +56 32 210 0827 http://imaginaisladepascua.com/que-ver/sitios-arqueologicos/orongo/
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Orongo

This lake-filled crater is filled with remnants of the Birdman cult practiced until 1867.

Reviewed By JrnyJunkie - Cleveland, United States

Most interesting history about the Birdman cult where you can view the islands where the swimmers went to acquire the bird eggs and see the structures that the islanders lived in on the island.

6. Anakena Beach

Easter Island Chile
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Anakena Beach

Reviewed By joemK5560UV - Houston, United States

Perfect mix of gently sloping sand, fun waves, clear water and small size crowds with a backdrop of moai and just enough services to get lunch or a drink. Perfect for cooling off after hiking or for just relaxing.

7. Ballet Kari Kari

Avenue Policarpo Toro, Hanga Roa, Easter Island Chile +56 9 4280 5388 https://www.facebook.com/karikari.balletcultural/
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Ballet Kari Kari

Reviewed By joemK5560UV - Houston, United States

This was a very professional production of cultural dance and music that was very enjoyable and which clearly has a lot of thought and planning behind it. The dancers give it their all and are dedicated to their performances, and the music is beautiful. This isn't some hokey, jaded tourist trap but rather dedicated artists who are clearly enthusiastic about their culture and history (rightfully so) and do a great job sharing it with visitors to the island. The show as an hour long which was just about right for me. The dance and music stand alone well-enough but I would agree with one of the other reviewers here that maybe a short explanation of a dance segment here and there, and maybe a keep word or two to listen, to would have been interesting. This was done for one spotlight performance and was well-done without detracting from the flow of the performance.

8. Ahu Tahai

Rapa Nui, Easter Island Chile http://imaginaisladepascua.com/que-ver/sitios-arqueologicos/ahu-tahai/
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Ahu Tahai

Reviewed By stellarcs - Brasilia, Brazil

This place is very special! Very peaceful and with a stunning view of the sea, with Moais fixed in front ot it. This sum - Moais + sea - turns the Mirador Tahai an unique place to see the stunning sunset. I was really glad to be lodged near this site, and would definitely repeat the experience in another visit to the Island. Have a beer at Puka Puka restaurant before going down to the sunset spot and enjoy an unforgetful moment!

9. Ahu Akivi

Easter Island Chile http://imaginaisladepascua.com/que-ver/sitios-arqueologicos/ahu-akivi/
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Ahu Akivi

Reviewed By 716sachink - Plainview, United States

This Ahu(platform) is the only one facing the Pacific ocean. It is a particularly sacred place which has seven moais, all of more or less equal shapes and sizes, and is also known as a celestial observatory that was set up around the 16th century. The site is located inland, rather than along the coast. Moai statues were considered by the early people of Easter Island as their ancestors that were believed to be the reincarnation of important kings or leaders of their clans. The Moais were erected to protect and bring prosperity to their clan and village. The reason for these Moais to face the ocean is believed to offer direct views for the farmers doing farming in the fields between the Ahu and the ocean, during those times. Certainly would very highly recommend visiting this place to any traveler.

10. Museo Antropologico P. Sebastian Englert

Tahai s/n, Isla de Pascua, Easter Island Chile +56 32 255 1020 [email protected] http://www.museorapanui.cl/Inicio/
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Museo Antropologico P. Sebastian Englert

Reviewed By 716sachink - Plainview, United States

This museum is a must visit for any traveler in Hanga Roa, Easter Island. It has loads of information on the island and it’s history with collections of several photographs and actual collectibles that were found on the island. This is the best place to view one of the very few female Moais on the island. A time of about 30-45 minutes is adequate to browse through the entire museum.

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