Easter Island and Its Mysterious Ancient Remains
Many people are attracted by Easter Island's isolation, breathtaking landscapes, and old, carved stone faces. But Easter Island has much more to offer than just the intriguing faces of moai statues.
The island's term is Rapa Nui, a paradise with stunning beaches, a wealth of seafood, enormous volcanoes, ancient stone settlements that have survived over time, and stunning diving sites.
The administration of Chile The mysterious island is located 1,300 miles from Pitcairn Island, the nearest to an inhabited island.
It is further away from the continent (South America), floating off in the distance, approximately 2,200 miles from the mainland. Its isolation is attractive for both avid travelers and jet-setters.
It's easier to get access to than it appears. There's a flight scheduled several times per week through Latam Airlines, a subsidiary of Latin America's Latam Airlines, from Santiago, Chile.
Tourists can board once per week starting from Papeete, Tahiti. From these airports flying from Tahiti to Easter Island takes 6 hours. There are many accommodations to choose including Airbnb luxury guesthouses and resorts. Here are six ways to improve your experience in this stunning Polynesian paradise.
Check Into an Eco-lodge
Easter Island may be far from the city; however that does not mean you'll be stripped of modern amenities once you arrive. It is home to a luxurious resort called the Hangaroa Eco Village & Spa, a blend of luxury and style designed to reflect the old stone homes of the Orongo villager. It's an eco-friendly hotel powered by wind turbines and solar energy to conserve energy.
Explora Rapa Nui Explora Rapa Nui attracts many guests by offering packages that include diving, biking, hiking, and spelunking, as well as in-house Tour guide services. It is also possible to relax after an activity-filled day; you can relax in the comfortable rooms overlooking the ocean, which re-energizes your body and mind.
Visit a UNESCO-designated National Park
The Chilean and the local Rapa Nui peoples might not always agree with one another; however, they share a common goal of preserving the cultural and natural beauty that is characteristic of Easter Island.
Their conservation efforts were increased in 1995 after Rapa Nui National Park was awarded UNESCO World Heritage status. Rapa Nui National Park received an award from UNESCO and was granted the World Heritage Site level, which squelched fears of excessive development.
The park's aim is necessary to safeguard 42 percent of the island, including many of the top spots on the island, such as the moai statues that are believed to be mythical to volcanoes, as well as stone settlements that have been well maintained.
Meet the Stoic Stone People
In the 63 square miles of land, 887 ancient stone structures are referred to as moai. They are mysteriously spread across the area, from 1200 to 1600 A.D. They are impressive with their stoic faces, and the public has never stopped asking questions about their existence to the present day. Two of the most significant locations to visit are Ahu Tongariki and the Rano Raraku quarry.
Plenty of volcanic raw material within Rano Raraku proves that it's the sole production area used by the moai. The moai can accommodate around 400 in various positions.
Of all the platforms or Ahus, Ahu Tongariki is the most picturesque and contains 15 moai that are pretty vast, visible from the land's edge in which the Poike escarpments are visible against the backdrop. It is recommended to hire an experienced guide to give more information than is in travel guides about these excellent megalithic sites.
To study the ancient artifacts, there's one museum on the island called Father Sebastian Englert's Anthropological Museum. Visitors often visit the museum to learn more about the island's history.
Work Up a Sweat
There are numerous things you can do on Easter Island. You can ride a horse through the lush lands or volcanic peaks. There is also the option of taking an excursion along the coastline and observing what the day brings you. The island's remote location is surrounded by corals, visible beneath the endless waters. Deeper down divers dwell inside lava caves. Sometimes, they're greeted by giant sea turtles, or they discover submerged moai.
The adventurous can easily arrange the boat trip or fishing schedule with Mahinatur Tours and other similar outfitters. If you'd rather lay on the beach, relax in solitude, or take a few tranquil walks along the shore, there's Ovahe Beach or Anakena Beach.
Dig Into Something Fresh From the Sea
With all its natural beauty and cozy spots, Easter Island isn't known for its expensive meals. Affordable seafood is almost always available. Due to the influence of Chileans, tuna is a deliciously fresh fish dish such as ceviche or empanadas. Other seafood options include swordfish mahi mahi, lobster, and the infamous kana, the exotic food cooked in the waters.
Head towards Easter Island's small city in Hanga Roa, where tourists enjoy various seafood options while also watching the cultural Rapa Nui performance at the renowned Te Rai.
Explore Magnificent Volcanoes
It is believed that the island Rapa Nui juts out of the ocean in a triangular form. The abundance in its soils, wildlife, and flora, as well as its entire existence, is due to the millions of years of volcanic activity.
These peculiar characteristics are evident in the vents of around 70 and three prime volcanoes currently in a state of dormancy. The massive cone-shaped mounds entice hikers to stop and explore. The cliffs are located in Poike and the Terevaka If you are brave enough to climb to the top at 1,664 feet.
Along the southern edge of the country, A crater gleams against the sky, like it hides the lush vegetation beneath this freshwater lake. Rano Kau is also a popular spot for those seeking peace and tranquility.
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