Included Easter Island Mystical Moai Statues & Highlights Experience
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Port
Easter Island, Chile
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Activity Level
Moderate Activity
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
Information Not Currently Available
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 3½ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Embark on a captivating journey through the enigmatic wonders of Easter Island, starting from the picturesque port of Hanga Piko. Our first stop, Vaihu, unveils a mesmerizing sight: an immense Ahu boasting a semicircular contention wall stretching 86 meters long and 12 meters wide. Here lies a testament to the ancient "Huri Moai" period, where tribal conflicts are believed to have toppled many of the island's iconic Moai statues.
Venture onwards to Rano Raraku, nestled along the island's southern coast, where the very stone that birthed the legendary Moai sculptures was quarried. Behold the awe-inspiring sight of 397 Moai, scattered across the slopes of this dormant volcano, each in various stages of completion, offering a glimpse into the island's rich sculptural heritage.
Continuing our odyssey, a short drive brings us to the majestic platform of Tongariki. Here, fifteen colossal Moai stand tall, meticulously re-erected to their former glory, commanding the horizon with an air of ancient grandeur. Marvel at the sheer scale of this sacred site, its platform stretching an impressive 656 feet, a testament to the ingenuity of the island's ancient craftsmen.
Our final destination awaits at the idyllic Anakena beach, renowned for its soft pink sands and serene beauty. Here, against a backdrop of turquoise waters and swaying palms, stand the restored platforms of Ahu Nau Nau and Ahu Ature Huke, adorned with resplendent Moai statues, echoing the island's mystical past.
Please note:
The weather will be hot and humid. Please bring some additional mineral water from ship. The order of the tour might change without affecting the content.