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Full Day Private Tour: Explore the Factory of the Moai Stone Giants
Embark on a full day private tour to explore the factory of the Moai stone giants in Rapa Nui. Our native guides and exclusive collaboration with Hotel Hare Nua Boutique guarantee a unique and unforgettable experience.
Embark on a full day private tour to explore the factory of the Moai stone giants in Rapa Nui. Our native guides and exclusive collaboration with Hotel Hare Nua Boutique guarantee a unique and unforgettable experience.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Ahu Vaihu - We will visit archaeological remains that tell the history and behavior of the Rapa Nui during the height of civilization.
- Ahu Akahanga - 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.
- One Makihi…
- Ahu Vaihu - We will visit archaeological remains that tell the history and behavior of the Rapa Nui during the height of civilization.
- Ahu Akahanga - 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.
- One Makihi - 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.
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Ahu Tongariki - 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. -
Rano Raraku - 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. - Playa Ovahe - Ovahe is a postcard-sized white sand beach, surrounded by a high cliff face of red scoria.
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Anakena Beach - 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.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Native and certified guide
- Private transportation
- Native and certified guide
What's Not Included
- National park ticket. This has a value of approximately 80 dollars per person
- Lunch
- Snacks
- National park ticket. This has a value of approximately 80 dollars per person
- Lunch
- Snacks
Additional Information
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…
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Eileen_h
Oct 17, 2024
Easter Island Private Day Tour of Archaeological Sites- CONFIRM WHAT’S INCLUDED! - The local guide was very knowledgeable and is the ONLY reason why I rated it 5 stars.
I was extremely unhappy with the Viator package. $438 US Dollars, for a 9am-5pm tour to visit key archaeological sites, park entrance fees of $80 per person, lunch and snacks, which sounded like a very enjoyable day. When I initially booked the tour, it listed that the aforementioned were included. On the day of the tour, when we attempted to download the park tickets, we learned park entrance fees were NOT included, nor was lunch or snacks; fortunately, we brought our own water. In the moment, we had no option but to purchase the tickets vs forfeit the entire tour.
The tour actually ran from 9:30am-4:00pm and we were satisfied with that timeframe. That’s roughly $70 per hour to be driven between sites. The “value” of this package was quickly diminished by having to pay $160 for park entrance fees. Lunch could have been as simple as a completo, empanada, etc. Unless Viator restores what was originally included in this package, I cannot in good conscious recommend this tour that had a total price tag of $578 US Dollars ($438+$160).
I should also add that this is the 3rd Viator tour I have taken over the past few years, but is the first time I’ve been disappointed.
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Annan3917
Sep 28, 2024
Good. - You can see all the important points!
The tour Guides are also very attentive!
It was September and it was rainy, but it was sunny and sunny.
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Matt_h
Aug 4, 2024
Amazing day on Easter Island. - Amazing time with the Maoi. Our guide Roberto was knowledge and provided singing and music while we toured which was a fun surprise.
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Flew2fast
Jul 5, 2024
Island tour - Great tour! These spots on this tour should not be missed...our guide was full on knowledge about his island and it's history. Enjoyed a relaxing lunch at Anakena Beach.
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884mathewp
Jun 26, 2024
Walking Among The Moai - Two full days of adventure all over the island with local guides who could speak to both the culture and history of this incredibly unique location.
All details were well organized and communicated, making it easy to focus on seeing as much as possible on this short holiday.
Couldn't have asked for better weather, and even in ideal conditions, knowing I was a photographer, the guide adjusted the order of our planned stops, on the fly, as he judged when and where we'd have the best light.
Definitely worth working with this locally owned company and will certainly use them again when I return.
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Ningqian
Jun 4, 2024
Great Private Tour experience in Easter Island - The private guide experience was great. I booked for sunrise tour and two full day tours which covers almost all the highlights in the Easter Island. The guides are very knowledgeable and kind, which makes the tour a lot more enjoyable.
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Carolyn_b
May 21, 2024
Perfect start to your trip in Rapa Nui - Wonderful day trip! You cover so much in just one day. My guide was fantastic and so knowledgeable. We talked about everything and he could answer all my questions. He has water for me at the start of the day and an umbrella ready to go when the rain Started towards the end of our tour. He even dropped me off for some local foods to try at the end of our tour. This tour is wonderful and a great start to your trip. I guarantee you will not be disappointed
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Carolyn
May 20, 2024
Best way to spend the day in Rapa Nui! - Best day trip ever! I did the Moai stone giants all day tour. 10/10 would recommend this tour! We started around 9:30am which was perfect because there were only a few people at every single stop and my guide was ready to go with waters and umbrellas when it started to rain on us. I learned so much about the island and about the culture that I definitely did not know before. I highly, highly recommend this tour. There is no way you will be disappointed.
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Ren_p
Apr 8, 2024
Easter Island top spots as solo traveler in private guided tour - This private tour was exactly as advertised and I had a great time with my guide, Bai. Informative, laid back, and casual which is what I prefer as a solo traveler. Definitely recommend!
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Rhonda_a
Mar 23, 2024
Don’t miss seeing Factory of the Moai tour! - This was a wonderful tour. Our guide, Javier, was knowledgeable and patient. This tour requires some walking over rough steps and paths and Javier took his time and made sure we were ok every step of the way. He even took us to the Mercado to buy souvenirs. I can’t imagine a trip to the island without seeing the factory of the Moai! Seeing where and how they were made was amazing. Javier brought it to life!
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