Top Chile Archaeology Tours

Discover the essential sites of Rapa Nui on a private full-day tour with a native Rapa Nui archaeologist as your guide. Visit the island’s most important archaeological sites, including Ahu Tongariki, Rano Raraku, Anakena, Rano Kau and Orongo, while discovering the history, archaeology and living culture of Rapa Nui from a local perspective. Because this is a private tour, the day is entirely yours. There is no waiting for other guests, and the pace can be adapted to your interests—whether you want more time for archaeology, photographs or simply enjoying the sites. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned private vehicle with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation. More than seeing Rapa Nui’s famous sites, you’ll understand the stories and culture behind them with a guide experienced in archaeology, conservation and restoration. Ideal for travelers who want to experience the highlights of Easter Island in one day with the personal attention of a private tour.

Easter Island is a bucket-list destination for many travelers, but in order to visit its archaeological sites you must go with a guide. This tour devotes two days to showcasing the island’s top archaeological sites, wrapping up with an early-morning visit on Ahu Tongariki on the final day to take in views of the rising sun.

It can be tricky to find your way around remote Rapa Nui (Easter Island) on your own so let the experts lead the way. This 2-day small-group tour uncovers the island's secrets and ensures that you don't miss any of its highlights. Visit ancient archaeological sites, admire stunning natural wonders, and immerse yourself in Rapa Nui's unique Polynesian culture.

With its enigmatic stone heads and spectacular scenery, Easter Island is a wonderland for history and nature buffs—but getting around on your own can be challenging. This small-group tour whisks you between six of the island’s most captivating sights (including Ahu Akahanga, Anakena Beach, and Ahu Tongariki), saving you the stress of navigating rugged roads.

Discover the fascinating world of Birdman on this Rapa Nui tour, where archaeology, history and nature intertwine. The tour starts at the majestic Rano Kau volcano, with panoramic views and an exploration of the ancient ceremonial village of Orongo. Archaeological sites such as Vinapu, known for its impressive carved platforms, and Ahu Huri A Urenga, with a sea-facing Mōai, are also visited. With a specialized guide, this tour offers a deep connection to the Rapa Nui culture and its rich ancestral tradition. - Duration: 5 hours with pick-up at the accommodation - Includes specialized guide, transportation and snacks - Small groups for a closer experience - Visit to significant archaeological sites such as Orongo and Vinapu Remember to have your National Park ticket.

Embark on a captivating journey through the enigmatic landscapes of Rapa Nui, where ancient moai statues stand in silent testimony to the island's mysterious past. Explore sacred sites, lush craters, and pristine beaches on this unique tour, discovering the rich cultural tapestry of Easter Island in just one unforgettable day.

Beat the crowds and experience Ahu Tongariki at its most magical on a small-group sunrise tour from Hanga Roa. Watch the first rays of sunlight illuminating the majestic moai statues as your guide brings the site's the history to vivid life and reveals its myths and cultural significance.

Rapa Nui, AKA Easter Island, is among the world's most enchanting destinations, but most of its key attractions are off limits to travelers who aren't accompanied by a guide. This group tour gets you up close and personal with some of the island's best-preserved "moai" (heads) with a guide to explain their significance and context. All you need to do is book your Rapa Nui National Park tickets in advance.

We know that it is the commitment to show and teach history, and we consider that to start with the different excursions or landscapes we offer, it is necessary to start with the grandparents. It is one of those excursions that take you back in time to theirs, and that brings you closer to the origins of the Atacameña Culture, going through part of its archaeological sites full of history, such as Tulor Village and Pucara de Quitor.

Myths, mysteries and Moai. Discovering a human adventure unique in history. AROHA TOURS RAPA NUI presents the tour of Easter Island with its main archaeological sites to understand the fantastic heritage of this ancient megalithic civilization. The private nature of the excursion ensures personal attention. We adapt to your desires, at your own pace, trying to avoid tourist overcrowding on sites.

Embark on a unique adventure and discover the secrets of Rapa Nui on this full-day tour. From the ancient moai quarries in Rano Raraku to the impressive ceremonial platforms of Ahu Tongariki, every stop on this tour will immerse you in the fascinating history and culture of the island. With an expert guide and all the equipment you need to enjoy the tour, this tour promises to be an unforgettable experience. Book now and experience the magic of Easter Island like never before Remember to have your Naciona Park ticket.

Unravel the mysteries of Rapa Nui (or, "Easter Island") on this full-day private guided tour of its archeological sites. In the company of just your party, enjoy your guide's undivided attention as they show you around the islands' moai and explain the complex methods used to create these incredible figures. Also visit the quarry of Rano Raraku where the ancient islanders carved the moai before transporting them to their ahus (platforms).

This tour is designed for those who wish to make the most of their stay on the island. In a single day you will tour the most emblematic sites of Rapa Nui, from the sacred quarry of Rano Raraku and the imposing platform of Ahu Tongariki, to the paradise beach of Anakena, through places full of history such as Akahanga and Orongo. What makes this tour unique is that it allows you to live a complete experience in a short time, without neglecting the legends, spirituality and natural beauty that make Rapa Nui an incomparable place. With certified local guide, comfortable transportation and small groups, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the culture, discover unforgettable landscapes and take the essence of the island in one day.

This exceptional tour combines the touristic, historical, contemporary and local to offer a complete and enriching experience of Easter Island, merging past and present in an unforgettable journey. With these two days of full day, you will remember incredible landscapes and knowledge about a people and its living culture.

Make the most of your time on Easter Island—without juggling transport or crowded group schedules—on this private island tour. As you journey around the island, your guide shares the history behind the famous moai (giant stone statues), before taking you off the usual tourist trail to less-frequented natural highlights such as the Rano Kau crater and Anakena Beach.

Immerse yourself in the history of Chile as you explore Iquique and its surroundings. Visit the UNESCO-listed Humberstone town which was once a booming nitrate extraction site, observe the local flora and fauna, see the petroglyphs carved into the mountain slopes, and visit the salt-mining desert town of Salar Grande. This tour is great for those interested in learning about the history, culture, and daily life of northern Chile.

On this mysterious tour, you will reach the most remote and abandoned area of Rapa Nui. In addition, together with our experienced guides, you will experience something that not even many of the Rapa Nui know about, as well as ancestral kitchens, caves, moais, hills, among others. Get ready to discover the story without intervention and let yourself be surprised by the enigma of the Poike. This tour is the only one that will guarantee that you have really known Rapa Nui...

Explore the mysterious Eastern headlands of Rapa Nui with this full day private hike along the Poike Peninsula. Led by the tourism wing of the Rapanui Pioneers Society, learn about the geography, legends and traits of the region on this archeological field trip. Highlights of the journey include discovering the Poike Volcano, the incredible Kava Kava Kio'e, and admiring the scenery of Potu te Rangi.

If you are looking to visit the most renowned tourist sites of Rapa Nui in a single day, this tour is for you. Incredible landscapes and knowledge about a town and its living culture will remain in your memory. Without a doubt you cannot leave Rapa Nui without knowing these sites along with their history. We have professional guides and leaders in positive experiences who guide participation in the parks with the least possible environmental impact, respecting the limits of each archaeological site, protecting the special territory of Rapa Nui.

Explore one of the most fascinating islands on the planet on this tour aimed at introducing you to the Rapanui people and their culture on Easter Island. Visit Rano Kau, a wetland filled with rare wildlife and flora, situated in the crater of a caldera. Then, tour the stone village of Orongo, where the Birdman competition was once held.

Visit one of the highlights of the Atacama Desert in a more intimate way on this small-group tour. Venture into the Rainbow Valley and marvel at the shades on the surrounding hills: red, brown, green, white, yellow and sky blue colors. Add historical and cultural value to the experience by visiting the Yerbas Buenas petroglyphs, where the local people left an important relic of their culture.

See a different side of Easter Island on this private excursion to four historic caves once used by the Rapa Nui people. As you trek to the caves, your guide shares legends and lore behind these natural attractions and points out other archaeological sites along the way.

Combine three of Easter Island’s most popular tours into one great-value package with this Super Saver deal. Stand in awe before the island’s iconic moai statues on a 3.5-hour tour of the UNESCO-listed archaeological sites of Ahu Akivi, Ahu Vinapu and Puna Pau. Visit the Tahai ceremonial complex, the Rano Kau volcano and the village of Orongo on a half-day tour, then explore the Rano Raraku volcano and Anakena Beach on a full-day tour including lunch. Best of all: you can take the tours in any order and hotel pick-ups are included.