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Birdman Ceremonial Route: Orongo, Ranu Kau Half-Day Tour
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Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Remember that this excursion is not a private tour
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It is recommended that you wear comfortable clothes and shoes, and bring water and snacks
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Note: Port pickup is not available. This tour is not suitable for passengers coming by cruise.
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Entrance Fee Information – Rapa Nui National Park Passengers traveling to Easter Island are required to pay an entrance fee of USD 100 to visit the Rapa Nui National Park. The ticket can be purchased: - Upon arrival at the CONAF Office inside Mataveri Airport, or - Online in advance through the official website. The entrance fee is valid for 10 consecutive days from the date of purchase and must be presented when visiting archaeological sites during our tours. We recommend purchasing the ticket with the date of your first tour, so you can make the most of the 10-day validity period. Please remember to download the ticket to your phone or carry a printed copy, as internet access is limited in most tourist areas of the island
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Excursions can be modified by weather conditions
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Discover Easter Island’s ceremonial heart on this half-day tour. Begin at Orongo, site of the legendary Birdman Ceremony, symbolizing power, wisdom, and connection to the ancestors. Continue to Ranu Kau, the volcanic crater with panoramic views, and finish at Ahu Vinapu, showcasing ancient Rapa Nui architectural mastery. A journey of history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. Pickup and drop-off from Hanga Roa hotels are included.
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Transport by air-conditioned van or bus
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Entrance fee to Rapa Nui National Park
Transfers from the pier
Rapa Nui National Park
Birdman Ceremonial Route: Orongo, Ranu Kau Half-Day Tour
(16) Reviews
About
Discover Easter Island’s ceremonial heart on this half-day tour. Begin at Orongo, site of the legendary Birdman Ceremony, symbolizing power, wisdom, and connection to the ancestors. Continue to Ranu Kau, the volcanic crater with panoramic views, and finish at Ahu Vinapu, showcasing ancient Rapa Nui architectural mastery. A journey of history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. Pickup and drop-off from Hanga Roa hotels are included.
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Transport by air-conditioned van or bus
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Entrance fee to Rapa Nui National Park
Transfers from the pier
Rapa Nui National Park
Itinerary
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Orongo
Discover the ceremonial heart of Easter Island on this captivating half-day tour filled with history, culture, and mystery.
Begin at the Orongo Ceremonial Village, the site of the legendary Birdman Ceremony (Tangata Manu). Ancient Rapa Nui competed to retrieve the first egg of the manutara bird on Motu Nui, a ritual symbolizing power, wisdom, and spiritual connection with ancestors and nature.
45 minutes
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Rano Kau
Continue to Ranu Kau, the stunning volcanic crater offering panoramic views of the ocean and Motu Nui. This site is not only visually spectacular but also of ceremonial importance, as it served as the stage for the Birdman competition and symbolizes the Rapa Nui people’s deep bond with the sea.
30 minutes
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Ahu Vinapu
The tour concludes at Ahu Vinapu, an archaeological site showcasing the expert craftsmanship of the ancient moai builders and their advanced architectural techniques, with hints of pre-Incan influence.
This tour combines history, archaeology, and breathtaking landscapes, offering a profound and memorable insight into Easter Island’s ancestral culture.
