Tourism, attractions, sightseeing, Moais, legends, myths of Easter Island, also called the Navel of the World, Rapa Nui and Isla de Pascua as a territory of Chile.
Easter Island's Tapati Rapa Nui Festival is a mix of carnival type activiries, sports, theatrical presentations and homage to the island, also known as Rapa Nui.
"Easter Island, also known as Rapa Nui and Isla de Pascua, is a long way from anywhere. Te Pitoote Hanua, which means "Navel of the World" is the most isolated inhabited island in the world, being about 2000 mi (3200 km) from Chile and Tahiti, and until the Mataveri International Airport was built in the 1960's, getting there was only by ship."
One of the most isolated inhabited islands in the world Easter Island is situated in the southern Pacific Ocean 2200 miles (3540 km) west of Chile. Easter Island, or Rapa Nui as it is sometimes referred, was formed by a series of massive volcanic eruptions.
Popular Tours on Easter Island means visits to the moais, like those at Akivi, Hanga Roa (Ahu Tahai and Museum), Orongo (Rano Kau, Vinapu)and Rano Raraku (Vahiu, Anakena and Ahu Tongariki).
Sightseeing tours in and out of Hanga Roa, plus swimming and other activities.
Background and many links of interest to this mysterious island.
Excellent photos and 3D map which you can click for more photos.
Report from Mysterious Places.
Background, hisotry, weather, flora and fauna, events, holidays, getting there, activities and more information from David Stanley.
'Named after the first king of Rapa Nui, Hotu Matua was the first hotel established by islanders and it is located an easy ten minute walk from Hanga Roa village.'
Six in or near the only town Hanga Roa.
The Island's number one inbound land operator, with 20 years of experience. Car Rental- Hotel Reservations Excursions - Tours - Activities.
Centrally located, with five rooms, meal service, Internet access and information about Easter Island.
Description of the park, historical importance and tourist facilities, in Spanish.
Thousands of them most representing the cult of the
Birdman.
In addition to competing in outrigger canoe racing, the club teaches skills, history and an appreciation of their culture to young islanders.
Private guided tours in the language of your preference.
From the Perry-Castañeda Library Map Collection at the University of Texas.
'Iorana! And other phrases you'll need on your visit.
News, events, lodgings, tours, car rentals and more visitor information.
Portal, in Spanish, to Isla de Pascua, contains island climate and weather, accommodations, national park details, plus information about the efforts to return the island to the Rapa Nui islanders.
