Tours/Easter Island/Full-Day Private Easter Island Highlights Tour
Full-Day Private Easter Island Highlights Tour
5.0(9)Easter Island6h 30min
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At a glance
Duration
6h 30min
Price from
$220 / person
Location
Easter Island
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 9 reviews
Languages
EN, ES
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Kohau Experience
Description
More than a sightseeing tour, this is a carefully curated journey through the history of Rapa Nui. Our experience follows a chronological narrative, connecting the island's most iconic archaeological and ceremonial sites into a single, meaningful story. Led by knowledgeable local guides and conducted entirely in private, the tour allows for a flexible pace, in-depth interpretation, and plenty of opportunities for photography and questions. Rather than simply visiting landmarks, you'll gain a deeper understanding of how the Rapa Nui civilization developed, flourished, and transformed over time.
Visit Rapa Nui's most iconic archaeological and cultural sites. Discover the island's history through a chronological narrative. Explore Anakena, Tongariki, Rano Raraku, and Orongo in one day. Enjoy a private experience at a comfortable and personalized pace
Tour Options
Full-Day Private Easter Island Highlights Tour
Pickup included
Itinerary
Anakena Beach
Admission included45 min
Discover Anakena, the legendary white-sand beach where, according to Rapa Nui tradition, the first settlers led by King Hotu Matu'a arrived on the island. Visitors will explore the beautifully restored Ahu Nau Nau, home to some of the best-preserved moai on Rapa Nui, admire their intricate carvings, and enjoy the unique combination of archaeology, history, and tropical scenery that makes Anakena one of the island's most iconic locations.
Ahu Te Pito Kura
Admission included40 min
Visit Te Pito Kura, home to the largest moai ever successfully erected on an ahu platform. Here, travelers will learn about the final stages of moai construction and the island's ancient engineering achievements. The site also features the famous "Te Pito o Te Henua" stone, a rounded volcanic rock associated with local legends and believed by some to possess special energy.
Papa Vaka
Admission included30 min
Explore Papa Vaka, one of the most important petroglyph sites on Rapa Nui. Travelers will walk among volcanic rock surfaces covered with ancient carvings depicting canoes, sea creatures, and other symbols connected to the island's maritime traditions. Your guide will explain how these petroglyphs provide valuable insight into the daily life, navigation practices, and beliefs of the ancient Rapa Nui people.
Ahu Tongariki
Admission included40 min
Visit Ahu Tongariki, the largest ceremonial platform on Rapa Nui and one of the most impressive archaeological sites in Polynesia. Travelers will stand before fifteen restored moai aligned along the coastline while learning about the island's clan system, ancestral worship, and the remarkable restoration project that returned the statues to their standing position after a devastating tsunami.
Rano Raraku
Admission included90 min
Explore Rano Raraku, the volcanic quarry where nearly all of the island's moai were carved. Travelers will walk among hundreds of statues in various stages of completion, gaining a unique understanding of how these monumental figures were created. The site offers an extraordinary glimpse into the artistic, spiritual, and engineering achievements of the ancient Rapa Nui civilization.
Rano Kau
Admission included20 min
Visit Rano Kau, the largest volcanic crater on Rapa Nui and one of the island's most spectacular natural landmarks. Travelers will enjoy breathtaking panoramic views over the crater lake, dramatic cliffs, and the Pacific Ocean while learning about the geological forces that shaped the island and the importance of this landscape in Rapa Nui history and culture.
Orongo
Admission included45 min
Explore Orongo, the ceremonial village associated with the Birdman cult, the last major religious tradition of ancient Rapa Nui society. Travelers will walk among restored stone houses perched on the edge of dramatic sea cliffs and admire extensive petroglyphs depicting Birdman figures and the creator deity Make Make. From here, they will also enjoy spectacular views of the offshore islets where the famous Birdman competition took place.
What's included
Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
Certified Local Guide
Not included
Entrance ticket to Rapa Nui National Park managed by Ma'u Henua. Traveller's personal information required upon purchasing. Required to access most archaeological sites.
Full-day tours allow time to stop at a local restaurant for lunch. Meals are not included in the tour price.
Tour not available for cruiseship passengers
Pickup Locations & Times
As this is a private experience, we provide complimentary pick-up and drop-off directly at your accommodation in Hanga Roa. Our guide will collect you from your hotel or lodging at the scheduled time and return you there at the end of the tour.
Traveller Ratings
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Important Information
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Admission fee - Entrance ticket to Rapa Nui National Park managed by Ma'u Henua. Purchasing the ticket is via online or onsite. Traveller's personal information is required.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Full-Day Private Easter Island Highlights Tour take?
Full-Day Private Easter Island Highlights Tour lasts about 6h 30min. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does Full-Day Private Easter Island Highlights Tour cost?
Prices start at $220 per person for this Easter Island experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Full-Day Private Easter Island Highlights Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. As this is a private experience, we provide complimentary pick-up and drop-off directly at your accommodation in Hanga Roa. Our guide will collect you from your hotel or lodging at the scheduled time and return you there at the end of the tour. Pickup points include Taura'a Hotel, Hotel Tiare Pacific.
What languages is Full-Day Private Easter Island Highlights Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 8 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Full-Day Private Easter Island Highlights Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 9 verified reviews; it is run by Kohau Experience.
Reviews(9)
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charliehaigh
September 22, 2026
A fantastic experience
Alberto, our guide, was fantastic and very knowledgeable. My Mum has mobility issues but he really helped to build the tour around what she could do and was very helpful. The tour itself was great as we visited the main attractions and learned a lot about the history and cultural background of the island. I would highly recommend booking this tour as we had a truly once in a lifetime experience.
Operator response
Thank you so much for visiting us! It was a very enjoyable day and I'm glad that you guys had a great time!
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D9528TXjoelr
September 8, 2026
Amazing, we going to repeat.
An Unforgettable experience in Rapa Nui, a absolute must-do in life. Our tour of Easter Island was nothing short of magical, and easily the highlight of our entire trip. From the very beginning, the communication with the tour company was seamless and well organized.
Our local guide Alberto was spectacular, not only did they have a profound, deep knowledge of the island’s history and archaeology, but they also shared fascinating stories about the Rapa Nui culture from a true local perspective.
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nelsonsD9455JQ
September 6, 2026
A hidden paradise
If you are planning to go to Easter Island, I strongly advise you to book a guided tour, no matter how many days you plan to spend there.
The guided tour we took (my wife and I) lasted almost the entire day. The guide was exceptional; we communicated with him in English, but he also knew how to speak a little French. He showed us all the corners of the island (not just the Moai), and we were able to take beautiful photos.
What I liked most was the intensity of the trip... the guide knew how to adapt to our pace perfectly.
Once again, we want to thank Alberto for showing us, quite simply, the most beautiful place in the world.
Operator response
Merci beaucoup pour votre très gentil commentaire ! It's always a pleasure to have visitors from many parts of the world!
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karinao301
August 16, 2026
Excellent full day tour experience 100/10.
Excellent tour experience, the guide had an excellent attitude, was very friendly, had excellent historical knowledge, was very engaging, and created a very pleasant atmosphere during the trip. 100/10... Highly recommended!!
Operator response
Muchas gracias Karina por visitarnos! La pasé muy bien con ustedes! Abrazos
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219margarethp
July 31, 2026
Easter Island guide
Wonderful experience. The island is spectacular, so it is worth visiting with people who make it a tour you want to repeat, and that is exactly what happened. 1000% recommended
Operator response
Muchísimas gracias por visitarnos! Sería un placer verlos nuevamente!
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andrescB7433VO
July 29, 2026
Excellent tour
Excellent tour and the best guide on the island. We were lucky enough to tour Rapa Nui with Albert. In addition to being kind and friendly, he has an impressive command of local history and traditions, answering every question with a lot of patience and enthusiasm. If you come to Rapa Nui, do not hesitate to take the tour with him.
Operator response
Andres!
Muchas gracias de verdad por tu comentario y tu impresión sobre tu visita. Fue un gusto haberles llevado a conocer la isla y espero que los niños (el niño niño y el niño adulto jaja) hayan aprendido y que todos hayan tenido una buena experiencia.
Mauruuru!
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nataliagV8438QV
July 29, 2026
Over the top!
We had such an amazing time with Alberto, he is the nicest!
From the very beginning he made the whole experience feel special. He explained the history, culture and beauty of Rapa Nui and it was really interesting. We learnt a lot about the preservation of the Moais as well.
He took us to stunning places and shared many little details to appreciate the island even more, it’s unique. You can really tell how passionate he is about what he does.
We enjoyed the first tour so much that we ended up booking more days with him, and it was honestly one of the best decisions of our trip. If you’re visiting Rapa Nui, I can’t recommend Alberto enough. Thank you!! Hopefully we’ll come back again!
Operator response
Nat,
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words. Reading your review trully made my day!
It was an absolute pleasure to share Rapa Nui with you, and I'm so happy to hear that you enjoyed the experience enough to come back for more tours. There is no greater compliment than knowing you wanted to keep exploring the island together.
Thank you for your curiosity, your enthusiasm, and for appreciating not only the history and culture, but also the importance of preserving this unique place for future generations.
If you ever comeback you know where to find us!
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864DanielM864
July 29, 2026
Superb tour of Rapa Nui with Alberto
My partner and I did a one day tour of Rapa Nui with Alberto Castel Rapu that was a superb introduction to the island, combining history, geography, fantastic views and some excellent hiking. Alberto was a very knowledgeable and personable host - would highly recommend this as a way to get an overall picture of the island.
Operator response
It was truly an honor and a real pleasure to share Rapa Nui with both of you!
It's always refreshing to enjoy a good hike in one of the island's most remote areas and admire the breathtaking views from the volcano's summit.
I wish you both all the very best, and I hope to welcome you back to Rapa Nui somedayI wish you all the best!
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ticouti
July 28, 2026
Memorable experience!!!
We had a two-day tour with Alberto, and it was an excellent experience. He is a knowledgeable and attentive guide who took us to the best spots on the island, explaining everything in great detail. His insights into the island’s history, culture, legends, and unique features made the experience both enjoyable and educational.
Alberto also picked us up from and dropped us off at our hotel, making the entire tour even more convenient and stress-free.
Another great advantage is that Alberto offers tours in both English and Spanish, making his services accessible to travelers from different countries.
We highly recommend Alberto to anyone visiting the island. It was truly a memorable experience!
Operator response
Tico,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for taking the time to share your experience.
I'm delighted to read all of your kind words and it does motivate us to continue creating meaningul and personal experiences for our guests.
Mauruuru for your recommendation. I hope to welcome you back to Rapa Nui someday!
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