What to do in Hanga Roa

Activities, attractions and tours
Anakena Beach featuring a sandy beach

Places to Visit in Hanga Roa

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Top places to visit

1. Anakena Beach

Anakena Beach is a stunning stretch of fine white coral sand dotted with palm trees that sway in the wind. Its soft sand is unusual for the island, whose coastline is otherwise rocky. Take a dip in the ocean water and dry off in the sun.
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Anakena Beach showing a beach as well as a small group of people

2. Rano Raraku

Found on the lower slopes of the Terevaka Volcano, the Rano Raraku volcanic crater is where Easter Islanders quarried rock to make their world-famous moai head statues. Today, 397 moai sculptures remain scattered on the site, many of which are incomplete. Inspect the vast range of moais, which includes the island’s largest statue and other distinctive figures.
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Rano Raraku featuring a statue or sculpture and heritage elements

3. Ahu Akivi

Among the most sacred parts of Easter Island, Ahu Akivi is known for its large-headed stone statues called moai. Here seven moais stand in a line facing the ocean and are all of equal size and shape. Marvel at the scale of these massive volcanic tuff sculptures.
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Ahu Akivi showing a statue or sculpture and heritage elements

4. Ahu Tongariki

The largest spiritual site of its kind on Easter Island, Ahu Tongariki comprises a long platform and 15 carved stone figures, known as moai, of varying shapes and sizes. The indigenous Rapa Nui people used to congregate in this central location, which was the capital of the southeastern part of the island. Spend time learning about the ancient practice of crafting moai and discover what each statue symbolizes.
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Ahu Tongariki which includes tranquil scenes, a statue or sculpture and heritage elements

5. Ranu Kau

Rano Kau is one of the natural highlights of this tiny Pacific island. The volcano reaches a height of 1,063 feet (324 meters) and forms the southwestern cape of Easter Island. Hike to the top and marvel at the panoramic views overlooking the ocean, the island and the freshwater crater lake.
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Ranu Kau featuring general coastal views, wetlands and tranquil scenes

6. Ovahe Beach

Ovahe Beach is a secluded bay set on the northern coastline of Easter Island. Relax here amid serene and untamed beauty for a pleasant alternative to visiting the island’s giant moai statues. Ovahe Beach is instantly recognizable for its striking pink color, which is a blend of volcanic slag and weather-beaten white coral. Caves pierce the framing cliffs and are thought to be the ancient homes of the Rapa Nui people.
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Ovahe Beach which includes rocky coastline

Recommended things to do in Hanga Roa

Number of things to do
90
Things to do from
NZ$114
Cheapest thing to do
Full Day Hotu Matua Tour from Vaihu to Anakena
Top 5 things to do
Half-day tours
With kids

Discover the most popular places to visit in Hanga Roa

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Rapa Nui National Park

5/5(3 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Rapa Nui National Park, a lovely green space in Hanga Roa. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.

Rapa Nui National Park
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Anakena Beach

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Relax on this sandy shoreline and learn about its history as the likely entry point for Easter Island’s first settlers many centuries ago.

Anakena Beach
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Ahu Akivi

5/5(2 reviews)

Venture inland to this sanctified site, home to a row of monumental carved stone heads created in the 16th century by the Rapa Nui people.

Ahu Akivi
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Rano Raraku

5/5(4 reviews)

See a carved stone figure that is almost twice the height of any other statue on Easter Island and hundreds more sculptures at this volcanic crater.

Rano Raraku
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Ahu Tongariki

5/5(3 reviews)

The largest of its type on Easter Island, this impressive ceremonial platform features 15 huge head-and-torso stone statues lined up in a row.

Ahu Tongariki
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Ranu Kau

5/5(4 reviews)

Climb to the top of this extinct volcano for spectacular views of the ocean and the rest of this picturesque island.

Ranu Kau
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Puna Pau

You can learn about the history of Hanga Roa when you stop by Puna Pau. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.

Puna Pau
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Ovahe Beach

5/5(1 review)

The pink sand and perfect blue water of this small cove are ideal for relaxing beneath the morning sun of Easter Island.

Ovahe Beach
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Ahu Akahanga

You can learn about the history of Hanga Roa with a visit to Ahu Akahanga. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.

Ahu Akahanga