Easter Island, Rapa Nui, Te-Pito-Henu'a or the navel of the world, as also it is called, it is in the middle of Pacific Ocean 3,600 km to the east of the Chilean coast and 2,075 km to west of Pitcairn islands, turning it the inhabited point of the Earth more moved away from another one, and also, the westerner inhabited territory of Chile and is one of the most enigmatic destinies of our country.
Their surprising volcanos gave origin to this insular territory located in the geographical coordinateses 27°7'10"S, 109°21'17"W. In its almost 300 years of existence for the western world, Easter Island or Rapa Nui has been represented like a place of inexplicable mysteries. Without doubt, the main attractiveness of the island constitutes their monumental statues or moai that has given its universal reputation and attracts many visitors, who come to decipher its origenes, history, and to discover its impressive archaeological sites.
This small island of only 118 km 2 of surface and its imposing volcanic stone statues are without doubt the only place in the world where in a surface so reduced it is possible to be found the force and wealth of a great civilization. In it still is developed the pascuense culture or Rapa Nui.
Its population still practice the customs of its ancestors. In your visit to the island, You will be able to enjoy its gastronomy and traditions, to spend unforgettable days in the middle of a surprising landscape, because in Easter Island the nature coexists with the man.
Rapa Nui National Park and Hanga Roa city attracts thousands of tourists every year, who non only come to marvel themselves at its immense stone monoliths but also to enjoy its natural beauties. Its climate is marine- warm tempered, with rains all the year around and subtropical characteristics. The temperature average is 20 Cº.
Excelent climate to make recreational activities like long walks, swimming and beach activities, submarine or surface fishing, diving and cavalcades.
Excursions on Easter Island
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