Ahu Akivi Trip

The famous moai statues are the iconic symbols of Easter Island. On this trip to Ahu Akivi, we will visit some of the most important archaeological sites and discover just how important they are in Rapanui culture.

Ahu Akivi Trip

After collecting from your hotel on the island at the indicated time, we will travel to Ahu Akivi, one of the few moai sites located away from the coastline.

You will witness the seven moai of this sacred place, which face exactly at the sunset during the March equinox. These are the only Rapanui monuments situated precisely in relation to an astronomical phenomenon.

As we tour this sanctuary, you will discover the significance of Ahu Akivi. Legend suggests that the seven moai statues represent the seven explorers who discovered the island after a challenging journey from another island in Polynesia.

The tour will proceed to Panu Pau, a quarry on a small volcanic crater where the Rapanui mined distinctive red sandstone. This rock was used to create the ‘pukao’ stone headdresses seen atop some moai. The ‘pukao’ resembles a traditional hair bun worn by the Rapanui.

The final stop on the itinerary will be the Tahai Ceremonial Complex, where we will explore the archaeological ruins facing the Pacific Ocean. At the end of our visit, we will return to your hotel, arriving three hours after pickup.

Entrance to Rapa Nui National Park

You'll need to purchase your entrance ticket to Rapa Nui National Park in advance, as it is not included in the tour price.

Important

We cannot accept reservations from individuals on cruises, for operational reasons.