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Easter Island - THE ROUTE OF HOTU MATUÁ (Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday) Length: 6 to 7 hours aprox.
Departure at 9.30 a.m. from your accommodation place in Hanga Roa town, to a full-day guided
bilingual tour (Spanish and / or English). This excursion visits part of the coast North and East of
Rapa Nui, including the Ahu Vaihu, Ahu Akahanga, burial place of our first Polynesian King (Hotu
Matu’a); Ahu Tongariki with the largest archeological restoration carried out in the 90’s, with 15
Moai standing and facing inwards of the island; Ahu Te Pito Kura, where the famous round stone
that represents the center of the world is located; visit to the quarry of the Rano Raraku volcano,
where more than 1,000 Moai were built, and nowadays the process of elaboration and transport of
the ancient statues can be appreciated; Finally, the beautiful Anakena beach, with its turquoise
waters, with an average temperature of 23 ° Celsius, white coral sands, and a beautiful plantation
of coconut palms, made in the 60’s. Visit to the Ahu Nau Nau platform restored in the 70’s, where
the first white coral eyes, original of the Moai, are discovered
18.00 hrs. Return to your place of accommodation.
- Pickup
- Gratuities
- Lunch
Kickstart your day at 9:30 a.m. with a departure from your stay in Hanga Roa town for a full-day bilingual (Spanish and/or English) guided tour. The itinerary covers the North and East coast of Rapa Nui, showcasing sites like Ahu Vaihu, Ahu Akahanga, the resting place of our pioneer Polynesian King (Hotu Matu’a); Ahu Tongariki, home to the largest archaeological rejuvenation effort of the 90’s, featuring 15 inward-facing Moai; Ahu Te Pito Kura, where you’ll find the prominent spherical stone symbolizing the world’s center. The tour also visits the Rano Raraku volcano’s quarry which served as the construction place for over 1,000 Moai, offering a glimpse into the creation and conveyance process of these ancient statues. The journey concludes at the stunning Anakena beach, adorned with crystalline waters.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
