Top Hanga Roa Cultural Tours

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.

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.

This tour stands out because it is designed especially for cruise passengers. We adapt to the actual hours of the tenders, carry out the pick-up at the port and organize the route to ensure the return before the last tender. The experience is done in a small group, with local guides, welcome with flower necklaces and interpretive material to better understand the history, moai, legends and living culture of Rapa Nui. In a single day, travelers can discover some of the most important places on the island: Rano Kau, Orongo, Rano Raraku, Ahu Tongariki, Anakena and Ahu Akivi, combining volcanic landscapes, archaeology, tradition and a safe and well-organized experience.

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.

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.

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.

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.

We invite you to discover Rapa Nui in two days full of history, culture and unique landscapes! Through two Full Day tours you will tour the island from end to end, combining archaeological sites, volcanoes, caves, beaches and the emblematic moai to know the different facets of Rapa Nui. In "El Camino de los Moais" you will follow the story of these impressive figures, from their origin and construction process to the places where they were raised. A tour to understand their meaning, discover how they were created and know fundamental part of the history of the island. In "Ancient Rapa Nui" you will approach the traditions and way of life of the ancient Rapa Nui people. You will know their organization, beliefs and customs as you walk through scenarios that allow you to understand how they lived and how their culture developed over time. An experience to take you a deeper and more authentic look at Rapa Nui.

On this tour we have native fishermen and experts in fishing, diving and hunting. In addition, you will be able to learn the history of the Tangata Manu (bird man), and live the experience of diving into the middle of the ocean to enjoy the coral and fish that surround the place while snorkeling with equipment provided by our guides. While touring the island from the sea, our guide will provide you with historical information about the Rapa Nui culture, as well as information about the island's native and wild fauna in its natural habitat. Finally, if your guide feels that there are fish nearby, he can demonstrate ancient fishing.

This experience offers a deep and authentic encounter with the living culture of Rapa Nui — a night filled with tradition, flavor, and dance. The evening begins with a welcoming ceremony that invites you to connect with the spirit of the island. You’ll have the chance to learn about ancestral arts, such as traditional body painting, and discover the meaning behind the vibrant Rapa Nui costumes used in rituals and celebrations. As the night unfolds, witness the preparation of the Umu Pae, a traditional underground cooking method that reveals the close bond between the Rapa Nui people and their land. Enjoy a buffet dinner based on this ancient recipe while the cultural group “Haha Varua” brings the island’s legends to life through music and dance. The show concludes with an interactive performance where guests are invited to participate and feel the energy of Polynesian rhythm — a truly unforgettable way to connect with Easter Island’s magic.

Live Rapa Nui from the inside with a local native company dedicated to keeping the culture of the island alive. At Maori Tour Rapa Nui, every experience is guided by a young and enterprising team, descended from Rapa Nui families who preserve stories handed down from generations. We run small group tours to offer a real connection to each site. Rather than dates, we share ancestral stories, family memories and the authentic vision of those who grew up on this sacred land. Thus, each place comes alive and allows travelers to feel the essence of Rapa Nui. Explore moai, ceremonial villages and volcanic landscapes with passionate local guides who share the mana and vivid spirit of the Rapanui people. Book now and discover Rapa Nui with those who call it home.

Embark on a journey to an ancient world, to the whispers of the earth and the secrets of the wind in the majesty of Rapa Nui, Easter Island. This triptych of adventures is woven with the magic of mysteries, legends and a vibrant culture that beats in the heart of the island. Rapa Nui, a jewel in the middle of the vast Pacific, requires a journey of enormous distances. When the journey is so far, every moment on the island is precious. This adventure triptych is your doorway to Rapa Nui in its entirety, ensuring that you don't miss a single piece of its rich history, culture, and mystery. This trip is not just a visit, it is a total immersion in the world of Rapa Nui, a journey that takes you through each legend, each mystery, each corner that leaves you with memories for life.

Rapa Nui (Easter Island) is challenging to get to, so make the most of your visit with a private and personalized experience. Over two days, enjoy direct access to the island's most-important sites, without waiting around for others. Immerse yourself in the island's rich heritage and gain deep insights into its culture that you wouldn't get on your own.

The sunrise in Ahu Tongariki, with its 15 majestic moai, is one of Rapa Nui’s most unforgettable moments. As the sun appears, statues light up, the ocean reflects the colors of the sky, and the atmosphere becomes truly sacred. With us you will enjoy expert local guides, small groups for a more personal experience and direct pick-up from your hotel or meeting point. Remember to have your National Park ticket. Book with us and experience the magic of dawn in Rapa Nui like never before.

This tour will allow you to explore the beauty of the southwest of the island in half a day. You will climb the volcano, whose crater is naturally impressive. Then we will visit the ceremonial town, on the edge of the volcano, where the Birdman competitions were held, which decided the leader of Rapa Nui. We finish, where the most perfect platform on the island is located, a powerful testimony of the skills and knowledge of the ancient inhabitants, reminiscent of the works of the Inca empire.

Discover Easter Island’s most spectacular moai statues on a private tour. See the biggest and most impressive remnants of the ancient Easter Island civilization, from the fallen statues of the southwest to the towering monuments on the island’s eastern edge. At each site, learn the stories behind the statues, exploring what’s known—and what remains a mystery—about Easter Island moai.

Rise with the sun on Easter Island and experience the atmosphere on this special island as the sky changes color from night to day. Sit with the Rapa Nui statues and take in the sights, the moa’i head statues sitting with you. Take in impressive views of the landscape, including the Poike Volcano, and learn about the ancient and spiritual place you are visiting.

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.

Discover the dramatic beauty and rich history of Easter Island without having to navigate rugged roads on this full-day tour from Hanga Roa. Admire an intriguing tableau of iconic ‘moai’ sculptures with an archaeologist guide who can provide deeper insight than you'd get alone. Explore the volcanic slopes and dramatic quarry of Rano Raraku and marvel at the sacred ceremonial sites in Ahu Akahanga.

Relive the arrival of the first boaters in Rapa Nui on a half-day tour that takes you to explore the island’s most iconic sites. Start at Puna Pau, the red slag quarry where the pukao, stone headdresses of the moai, were made. Then, visit Ahu Akivi, with its seven moai looking at the horizon, full of history and legends. It ends at Ana Te Pahu Cave, an ancient refuge that reveals the adaptation of the Rapanui to their environment. This tour offers a unique connection to the culture and myth of Rapa Nui, ideal for those looking to delve into its history.

Avoid overcrowded Easter Island tours on this private tour of the island that includes round-trip transport from your hotel. It’s perfect for travelers short on time because it packs in a ton of highlights in just one day. See Vinapu, Ahu Akivi, and Rano Kau, Puna Pau quarry, Orongo, and the Ana Kai Tangata cave. A guide tells you historical stories as you go, including a unique tale about cannibalism.

Discover the rich spirituality of Rapa Nui through the enigmatic Birdman Rite. It begins in the ceremonial village of Orongo, on top of the Rano Kau volcano, where the men birds competition was held. Admire the crater of Rano Kau, a landscape that fuses nature and mysticism. Visit Vinapu, famous for its precise stone constructions, and conclude in Ahu Huri to Urenga, home to a singular and revered moai. This tour offers an immersion in the history, mysticism and traditions of Rapa Nui. Explore the ceremonial village of Orongo and its Birdman story - Enjoy panoramic views of the Rano Kau crater - Visit Vinapu, notable for its Inca architecture - Know the unique moai in Ahu Huri to Urenga and its spiritual significance

On this tour you will learn the story of the explorers who had the mission to find Rapa Nui from the mythical island of Hiva and how thanks to them this beautiful story called Rapa Nui began. They are represented in the Ahu Akivi. In addition, our experienced guide will take you through the caves where they anciently lived and lived in community. You will be surrounded by mystery and adventure. You will visit the place where the pukao was made, which represents the hair of the moais and was made in another place on the island with a different rock.