Top Easter Island Hiking Tours

The panoramic view we have of the whole Island from the top of Mount Terevaka is amazing. But something that makes this ride special is the opportunity we have to leave a positive mark on Rapa Nui. Plant your own tree and help us reforest the Island.

Discover the volcanic landscapes of Rapa Nui when you embark on this half-day hike through lava fields. Alongside a private guide, visit volcanic caves and underground lava tubes while listening to stories of how the area’s human occupation came to be. This tour provides scientific, ethnographic, and historic evidence to paint a picture of the island’s oral traditions.

Explore the mysterious Eastern headlands of Rapa Nui with this full day private hike along the Poike Peninsula. Led by the tourism wing of the Rapanui Pioneers Society, learn about the geography, legends and traits of the region on this archeological field trip. Highlights of the journey include discovering the Poike Volcano, the incredible Kava Kava Kio'e, and admiring the scenery of Potu te Rangi.

Since the reopening of the island to tourism in 2022 it is now mandatory to enter these National Park sites with a local guide. The North Coast of Rapa Nui (Easter Island) was the territory of the aristocratic Miru tribe and its many branches. There are no roads here, only narrow trails to explore ten miles of Rapa Nui lands only hearing the sounds of nature. It always is an unforgettable experience. We will hike through ancient moai roads, remains of villages, incredible ceremonial centers, petroglyphs and the rocky landscapes of the nortwest and north coasts. Our local experts will share with you scientific and traditional lore perspectives of this region and its features. The private tour ends in Anakena with an option to relax in its refreshing waters after the long hike. Limited availability.

Take advantage of your first morning in Rapa Nui to ride to the highest point of Mount Terevaka. From here you will have a panoramic view of all the points that you can visit during your visit. It's like seeing the map in real time.

AROHA TOURS RAPA NUI invites you to a more "intimate" and different immersion in the archaeological richness of Easter Island. 7 hours of wonder off the beaten track. On the northern part of the island, a very nice walk of about 17 km with very little elevation. Our favorite. The private nature of the hike ensures personal attention. We adapt to your desires, at your pace.

AROHA TOURS RAPA NUI OFFERS THE Rapa Nui Peninsula: Poike. Its discovery on a hiking excursion is a treat for lovers of walking. The path unfolds its landscapes and surprising archaeological remains. Explore them. You can even opt for the RISING SUN ON TONGARIKI option and start the hike with an extraordinary natural spectacle. The private nature of the excursion ensures personal attention. We adapt to your desires, at your pace.

IMPORTANT: Riders with advanced level experience. From the center of the island we rode towards the plains to the East. In the direction of the most important archaeological site on the Island, the quarry where the Moai were sculpted, Rano Raraku. From here we will follow one of the ancient routes where these stone giants walked towards their destination. Be prepared to maintain the rhythm in multiple moments of gallop.

Life is too short to not give it all you can, and Easter Island is too far away and too magical not to be fully explored. We will take you on an epic journey throughout our island, discovering it in a way more thorough than basically any traveler has ever done. The more easily accessible sites will be visited during our two days of archaeological tours. For the more hidden sites we will get off the beaten path, venturing into the most remote areas of the island, discovering the most secluded caves, unique statues and stunning views that not even most locals have had a chance to see. This adventure does not require you to be an athlete, but you do need to be in a good physical condition. The hikes are over uneven terrain with varying altitude, and the longest hike is 21 km over 7 hours.

Unmissable full-day tour that highlights the most important points of the last civilization of this island. You will visit the ceremonial village of Orongo, the place where the Tangata Manu (Bird Man) competition was held to learn about and delve into the history of the civilization, its archaeological and historical remains and social behavior. You will also learn how the ancient civilization lived, by visiting one of the largest caves in Rapa Nui. Important archaeological remains are found here. Immerse yourself in the ancestral culture of Easter Island, learning its secrets, culture and history and let yourself be surprised by this incredible and mythical place.