Full-Day Tour in Rapa Nui Including Ahu Akivi, Ana Te Pahu, Puna Pau, Ahu Vinapu, Rano Kau, and Orongo
by Hotumatur RapaNui
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This full-day bus tour in Rapa Nui covers key archaeological and natural sites linked to the island's ancient culture. The tour lasts about six hours and includes transportation and a guide. Entrance to the National Park is not included. The visit begins at Ahu Akivi, where seven Moai statues face the sea, a rare feature on the island. Next is Ana Te Pahu, a site with a large cave system surrounded by palm trees and native plants, where the guide explains the caves' uses by the Rapa Nui people. The tour continues to Puna Pau quarry, where red volcanic stone was taken to carve the Moai's topknots. Afterward, the group visits Ahu Vinapu, known for its large stone structures with precise carving similar to Inca masonry. Then the tour reaches Rano Kau, a large volcanic crater with a lake inside and green slopes, offering views of the crater and geological explanations. The final stop is Orongo, a cliffside village on the edge of the crater, where stone houses and petroglyphs tell the story of the Birdman Cult and its annual competition.
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Itinerary
Ahu Akivi
This archaeological site features seven Moai statues positioned to face the ocean rather than the island’s interior, a unique characteristic. The statues stand on a ceremonial platform along the coast, providing a view of the Pacific. The guide explains the historical and cultural significance of these statues in relation to the Rapa Nui civilization.
45 min
Ana Te Pahu
Located in a green area with palm trees and native plants, Ana Te Pahu contains a large system of caves formed by volcanic activity and shaped over centuries. The caves were used by the Rapa Nui people for different purposes. Visitors explore the caves with the guide providing explanations about their history and importance.
90 min
Puna Pau
Puna Pau is a volcanic quarry where red scoria stone was extracted to create the pukao, or topknots, that adorned many Moai statues. This site offers insight into the materials and techniques used by the Rapa Nui people. The guide discusses the quarry’s role in Moai construction and its cultural symbolism.
45 min
Ahu Vinapu
This site is known for its carefully carved large stone structures, which resemble the masonry style found in Inca architecture. Situated in a coastal setting, Ahu Vinapu reveals aspects of ancient building techniques and possible cultural influences. The guide details the construction style and historical context.
45 min
Rano Kau
Rano Kau is a volcanic crater featuring a lake at its base and steep inner slopes covered in vegetation. Visitors reach the crater rim to observe panoramic views of the caldera and surrounding landscape. The guide provides geological information about the crater’s formation and natural features.
30 min
Orongo
Perched on the edge of Rano Kau’s crater, Orongo is a village with stone houses and petroglyphs linked to the Birdman Cult. This site was the location of an annual competition important to Rapa Nui culture. The guide explains the cultural and spiritual significance of the village and its ceremonies.
75 min
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
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Full-Day Tour in Rapa Nui Including Ahu Akivi, Ana Te Pahu, Puna Pau, Ahu Vinapu, Rano Kau, and Orongo
by Hotumatur RapaNui
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$140Overview
This full-day bus tour in Rapa Nui covers key archaeological and natural sites linked to the island's ancient culture. The tour lasts about six hours and includes transportation and a guide. Entrance to the National Park is not included. The visit begins at Ahu Akivi, where seven Moai statues face the sea, a rare feature on the island. Next is Ana Te Pahu, a site with a large cave system surrounded by palm trees and native plants, where the guide explains the caves' uses by the Rapa Nui people. The tour continues to Puna Pau quarry, where red volcanic stone was taken to carve the Moai's topknots. Afterward, the group visits Ahu Vinapu, known for its large stone structures with precise carving similar to Inca masonry. Then the tour reaches Rano Kau, a large volcanic crater with a lake inside and green slopes, offering views of the crater and geological explanations. The final stop is Orongo, a cliffside village on the edge of the crater, where stone houses and petroglyphs tell the story of the Birdman Cult and its annual competition.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Ahu Akivi
This archaeological site features seven Moai statues positioned to face the ocean rather than the island’s interior, a unique characteristic. The statues stand on a ceremonial platform along the coast, providing a view of the Pacific. The guide explains the historical and cultural significance of these statues in relation to the Rapa Nui civilization.
45 min
Ana Te Pahu
Located in a green area with palm trees and native plants, Ana Te Pahu contains a large system of caves formed by volcanic activity and shaped over centuries. The caves were used by the Rapa Nui people for different purposes. Visitors explore the caves with the guide providing explanations about their history and importance.
90 min
Puna Pau
Puna Pau is a volcanic quarry where red scoria stone was extracted to create the pukao, or topknots, that adorned many Moai statues. This site offers insight into the materials and techniques used by the Rapa Nui people. The guide discusses the quarry’s role in Moai construction and its cultural symbolism.
45 min
Ahu Vinapu
This site is known for its carefully carved large stone structures, which resemble the masonry style found in Inca architecture. Situated in a coastal setting, Ahu Vinapu reveals aspects of ancient building techniques and possible cultural influences. The guide details the construction style and historical context.
45 min
Rano Kau
Rano Kau is a volcanic crater featuring a lake at its base and steep inner slopes covered in vegetation. Visitors reach the crater rim to observe panoramic views of the caldera and surrounding landscape. The guide provides geological information about the crater’s formation and natural features.
30 min
Orongo
Perched on the edge of Rano Kau’s crater, Orongo is a village with stone houses and petroglyphs linked to the Birdman Cult. This site was the location of an annual competition important to Rapa Nui culture. The guide explains the cultural and spiritual significance of the village and its ceremonies.
75 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.