Things to do in Easter Island

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Ahu Tongariki featuring heritage elements and a statue or sculpture
Easter Island which includes rugged coastline, mountains and general coastal views
Easter Island
Ahu Tongariki showing a statue or sculpture and heritage elements as well as a small group of people
Hanga Roa which includes general coastal views and dining out as well as a small group of people

Easter Island Attractions

Those looking for an exotic destination for their next holiday or vacation need look no further than Easter Island, Chile. The island, located in the Pacific Ocean, is the perfect destination, if you are searching for a new site to visit that is off the beaten path. Some attractions in Easter Island on every visitors’ must see list include the many exotic ruins the island is famous for. Not to be missed are the pristine beaches the island is home to as well.

Easter Island tours of the local ruins are one of the top things to do for a tourist while on the island. The most famous of these ruins is Rano Raraku. Visitors delight in visiting Rano Raraku, a site that has been featured in countless movies and television programs. Easter Island excursions to other ruins not to be missed include trips to Ahu Vinapu and Rano Kau. Both of these spots are fabulous for their excellent hiking conditions and stunning views.

There are many things to do in Easter Island you can easily find on the map, if you are interested in enjoying a beach holiday. One of the best of these beaches is Anakena Beach, one of the island's finest places for enjoying the sun and hitting the waves. A more exotic beach to visit is Orongo, a lake and water filled crater. If you wish to catch a view of the sunset over the water while in Easter Island, be sure to head out to Ahu Tahai. This is a great place to take a romantic stroll with that special someone. After a relaxing day at the beach, head into town to visit the Museo Antropologico P. Sebastian Englert. Here you'll learn more about the fascinating history of the island and its world famous ruins.

Regardless, if the Easter Island activities you wish to enjoy include leisurely strolling along Maunga Terevaka or swimming the day away at Playa Ovahe, your picture perfect vacation awaits you in Easter Island.

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Easter Island must see attractions

1. Anakena Beach

Anakena Beach is a stunning stretch of fine white coral sand dotted with palm trees that sway in the wind. Its soft sand is unusual for the island, whose coastline is otherwise rocky. Take a dip in the ocean water and dry off in the sun.
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Anakena Beach featuring a sandy beach as well as a small group of people

2. Ahu Tongariki

The largest spiritual site of its kind on Easter Island, Ahu Tongariki comprises a long platform and 15 carved stone figures, known as moai, of varying shapes and sizes. The indigenous Rapa Nui people used to congregate in this central location, which was the capital of the southeastern part of the island. Spend time learning about the ancient practice of crafting moai and discover what each statue symbolizes.
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Ahu Tongariki featuring heritage elements, a statue or sculpture and tranquil scenes

3. Rano Raraku

Found on the lower slopes of the Terevaka Volcano, the Rano Raraku volcanic crater is where Easter Islanders quarried rock to make their world-famous moai head statues. Today, 397 moai sculptures remain scattered on the site, many of which are incomplete. Inspect the vast range of moais, which includes the island’s largest statue and other distinctive figures.
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Rano Raraku showing a statue or sculpture and heritage elements

4. Ahu Akivi

Among the most sacred parts of Easter Island, Ahu Akivi is known for its large-headed stone statues called moai. Here seven moais stand in a line facing the ocean and are all of equal size and shape. Marvel at the scale of these massive volcanic tuff sculptures.
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Ahu Akivi featuring a statue or sculpture and heritage elements

5. Ranu Kau

Rano Kau is one of the natural highlights of this tiny Pacific island. The volcano reaches a height of 1,063 feet (324 meters) and forms the southwestern cape of Easter Island. Hike to the top and marvel at the panoramic views overlooking the ocean, the island and the freshwater crater lake.
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Ranu Kau showing tranquil scenes, general coastal views and wetlands

What to do in Easter Island

Free Things to Do in Easter Island

Leave your purse in the hotel room. It's a snap to have fun in Easter Island without spending a penny.

Ana Kakenga - Treat the kids to a good time or let your own inner child run free — this place simply screams fun.

Ahu Akahanga - Get ready to feel like you've traveled back in time while exploring this historic attraction.

Vaihu - Widely renowned among those who live here, this place is worth a look.

Iglesia Hanga Roa - Whatever your beliefs, this site is sure to inspire a sense of reverence.

Anakena Beach - Devour your favorite novel or listen to a podcast while you're soaking up those rays.

Ahu Tepeu - Appreciate the contrast between city life and nature's beauty at this stunning location.

Ana Kakenga - Recharge your mind, body and soul by spending a bit of time in nature.

Things to Do in Easter Island with Kids

There's fun for the entire family wherever you go in Easter Island. Here are a few family friendly experiences to enjoy together that are bound to make your trip memorable:

 

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Ahu Tongariki featuring heritage elements, a statue or sculpture and tranquil scenes

Ahu Tongariki

5/5(62 reviews)

The largest of its type on Easter Island, this impressive ceremonial platform features 15 huge head-and-torso stone statues lined up in a row.

Ahu Tongariki
Rano Raraku showing a statue or sculpture and heritage elements

Rano Raraku

5/5(57 reviews)

See a carved stone figure that is almost twice the height of any other statue on Easter Island and hundreds more sculptures at this volcanic crater.

Rano Raraku
Ahu Akivi featuring a statue or sculpture and heritage elements

Ahu Akivi

4.5/5(50 reviews)

Venture inland to this sanctified site, home to a row of monumental carved stone heads created in the 16th century by the Rapa Nui people.

Ahu Akivi
Ranu Kau showing tranquil scenes, general coastal views and wetlands

Ranu Kau

5/5(37 reviews)

Climb to the top of this extinct volcano for spectacular views of the ocean and the rest of this picturesque island.

Ranu Kau
You may have noticed that some of the moai sport a red crown, known as a pukao. It's believed that these giant stones, which weigh up to 11 tons, may have represented a hair style or headdress popular among the natives. They were carved from an iron rich scoria stone at the Puna Pau quarry, rolled to their assigned moai, and then

Puna Pau

5/5(11 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Hanga Roa with a visit to Puna Pau. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.

Puna Pau
Here we are in the "Navel of the World", and no sign of lint :) This was a sacred place for the Rapa Nui, who believed that their founding figure, Hotu Matura, first arrived at a nearby beach with this stone in tow. It has strange magnetic properties, and it's smooth surface and large size help it stand out among the porous volcanic rocks. Scientific testing, however, has proven that the rock is of local origin.

Ahu te Pito Kura

4.5/5(3 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Hanga Roa with a visit to Ahu te Pito Kura. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.

Ahu te Pito Kura
Ahu Hanga Tetenga showing general coastal views and tranquil scenes

Ahu Hanga Tetenga

5/5(4 reviews)

The largest unmounted monolith of Easter Island lies broken in pieces above a cliff on the island’s south coast.

Ahu Hanga Tetenga
Typical moai - toppled sometime before the arrival of westerners, most likely during civil wars on this resource-starved island. There is a large town site here, though all that remains are stone foundations and cave huts. This site was part of a south coast tour led by an Australian named Bill, the husband of the lady that ran our B&B. Bill came to the island in 1992 as construction manager for Kevin Costner's film Rapa Nui, and became so enchanted that he decided to stay. He was an entertaining tour guide - witty, helpful, energetic and opinionated. He shared his take on island history

Ahu Akahanga

4.5/5(18 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Hanga Roa with a stop at Ahu Akahanga. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.

Ahu Akahanga
It was our last day on Easter Island and Bill, our tour guide, learned that we hadn't yet been to Ahu Vinapu and he wouldn't let us leave without seeing it. Although unrestored, it is the only ahu

Vinapu

5/5(1 review)

Learn about the local history of Hanga Roa with a stop at Vinapu. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.

Vinapu

 

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Popular day trips from Easter Island

Anakena Beach featuring a sandy beach as well as a small group of people

Hanga Roa

Frequently asked questions

What can you do in Easter Island for free?
Your vacation in Easter Island needn't cost a bundle with free things like these to enjoy:

  • Anakena Beach
  • Ahu Tahai
  • Ana Te Pahu
  • Rano Raraku

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