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Moai mysteries on the world's loneliest island
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About Easter Island
Easter Island's moai statues gaze inland across the Pacific's vastness, stone sentinels of a civilization that vanished, leaving only questions etched in 887 monoliths. The island's green hills hide crater lakes and ritual sites, while the isolation—2,200 miles from Chile—intensifies the mystery. Few places on Earth feel more remote or archaeologically haunting.
Best months to visit
February, March
Language
Spanish, Rapa Nui
Things to do in Easter Island
Rano Raraku moai quarry exploration with archaeologist
Anakena Beach moai restoration site and swimming
Rano Kau crater overlook and bird-man site Orongo
Puna Pau moai factory and topknot carving site
Easter Island museum: Rongorongo tablets and artifacts
Stargazing: remote sky with zero light pollution
Weather by month
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January
22C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
Recommended
February
23C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
Recommended
March
23C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
April
22C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
May
21C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
June
19C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
July
18C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
August
18C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
September
18C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
October
18C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
November
20C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
December
21C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
Easter Island (Rapa Nui), a remote volcanic island over 3,500km off the Chilean coast, is home to nearly 900 monumental moai statues carved by the Rapa Nui people, scattered across a landscape of grassy volcanic craters and dramatic coastline. Despite its isolation, the island is easily reached by direct flight from Santiago, and a single small town, Hanga Roa, serves as the base for exploring the ceremonial sites that make it one of the Pacific's most iconic destinations.
Best areas to stay in Easter Island
Hanga Roa
The island's only town, with most accommodation, restaurants and the small airport.
Rano Raraku
The volcanic crater quarry where most moai statues were carved, many left in place on its slopes.
Ahu Tongariki
The largest restored group of moai, lined up facing the sea — one of the island's most photographed sites.
Anakena
A white-sand beach on the north coast with its own moai, popular for swimming.
Getting to Easter Island
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Flights
LATAM flights connect Santiago (SCL) to Easter Island (IPC), taking around 5-6 hours.
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From London
~5-6 hours by air from Santiago.
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Getting around
Hanga Roa is walkable; rental cars, scooters or organised tours are the main ways to reach the more remote archaeological sites.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Easter Island?
The island has a mild subtropical climate year-round; December to March is warmest, while the rest of the year is cooler with more rain.
How do you get to Easter Island?
LATAM operates flights from Santiago, Chile (around 5-6 hours), the main and most common route.
What is the must-see site on the island?
Rano Raraku, the quarry where most moai were carved, and Ahu Tongariki, the largest group of restored moai, are widely considered the highlights, along with Anakena beach.
Do you need a guide to visit the archaeological sites?
A National Park entry ticket is required for most sites, and while independent visits are possible at many, guided tours add context to the island's history.
How many days do you need on Easter Island?
Most visitors spend 3-4 days, enough to see the main moai sites, craters and beaches without feeling rushed.
Traveler reviews
★★★★★
Standing in front of the row of moai at Ahu Tongariki at sunrise, with almost no one else around, was a genuinely emotional moment.
Renato C. · December 2023
★★★★★
The scale of Rano Raraku, with statues half-buried on the crater slopes, made the whole history feel much more tangible.
Marit S. · March 2024
★★★★☆
Small island so a few days is plenty, but the combination of moai, craters and Anakena beach made for a varied trip.
Joel P. · October 2023
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