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Full Day Tangata Manu: Following the Steps of the Birdman and the Archaeological Treasures of Rapa Nui

5(33 reviews)
5(33 reviews)

Follow the footsteps of the Tangata Manu among volcanoes and archaeological sites! You will visit Ahu Akivi, Puna Pau, Ana Te Pahu, Vinapu, Rano Kau, and Orongo, learning about the moai, the pukao, volcanic caves, petroglyphs, and the Birdman tradition in Rapa Nui.

General information

Free cancellation

Full refund if you cancel within the deadline. Check availability for more details.

Duration 7 Hours

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Guide

Spanish and English

Transport included

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What to expect

1
Pickup in Hanga Roa

Start of the journey with hotel pickup in Hanga Roa.

15 Minutes
2
Orongo

Explore the ceremonial village where the Birdman competition took place and observe ancient petroglyphs depicting this ritual.

40 Minutes
3
Rano Kau

Marvel at the stunning Rano Kau crater, with its large volcanic lagoon and breathtaking panoramic views.

30 Minutes
4
Vinapu

Visit this enigmatic site, famous for its precisely cut stone walls, which resemble Incan architecture.

30 Minutes
5
Puna Pau

Discover the quarry where the pukao (moai topknots) were carved and learn about their cultural significance.

25 Minutes
6
Ahu Akivi

Contemplate the seven moai aligned with celestial events, the only ones on the island that face the ocean.

30 Minutes
7
Ana Te Pahu

Explore this volcanic cave, once used as a shelter and water source by the Rapa Nui people.

30 Minutes
8
Return to Hanga Roa

End of the experience and return to the village.

30 Minutes

What you should know

What to bring
  • Snack and water
  • Comfortable outdoor footwear
  • Entrance to the National Park
  • Personal identification
Not allowed
  • Drugs
  • Weapons
  • Alcohol
Important information
  • Entrance to the National Park is not included.
  • A minimum of 3 participants is required to carry out the activity. If the minimum is not reached, it will be rescheduled or refunded.

What is included

  • Transportation
  • Hotel (or port) pickup and drop-off
  • Professional guide
  • Flashlights for the caves

What is not included

  • Lunch
  • Entrance to the National Park

Location

Hanga Roa, Easter Island, Valparaíso, Chile: Hanga Roa, Easter Island, Valparaíso, Chile

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