Things to do at Easter Island

Easter Island offers a wide array of activities when you have some spare time. Find the best things to do at Easter Island in the list below.

Beaches

Be sure to bring your sunscreen, because the South Pacific sun is strong! Find out where the beaches are.

Church

The catholic church is a popular attraction among tourists of any kind of belief.

Restaurants

There are many restaurants and street kitchens at Rapa Nui. We've summed up the best ones for you.

Camping

Connect with nature by going camping.

Stamp your passport

Get a unique passport stamp with moai statues at the local post office.

Plane spotting

It's truly a mighty feeling when the arriving airplanes pass just above your head.

Tongariki at sunrise

Watch the sun rise behind Ahu Tongariki for beautiful silhouette photos.

Ice-cream

Cool down the temperature at hot summer days by having an ice-cream.

Get a tattoo

Remember your trip by getting a unique tattoo with Rapa Nui art.

Tahai at sunset

For its proximity and beauty, Tahai is a popular place for shooting sunset photos.

Watch movie Rapa Nui

Watch the 1994 Hollywood movie Rapa Nui by Kevin Costner at Hotel Manavai.

Wave surfing

Rapa Nui offers good waves for all skill levels. Read more about Easter island wave surfing.

Dance shows

You must not miss out to attend an Easter Island dance show. See the living Rapa Nui music culture!

Shopping

There are a few main places which can be worth a visit where a wide array of handicrafts and souvenirs are offered.

Scuba diving and snorkeling

Discover the underwater world in crystalline waters.

Nightlife

For being such a small island, Rapa Nui has a surprisingly good nightlife. Find out where the main nightlife pubs and discos are.

Museum

See preserved artifacts from ancient times in the Father Sebastian Englert Anthropological Museum.

Mountain biking

A mountain bike will give you the freedom of going wherever you want.

Hiking

Connect to nature by hiking one of the Easter Island hiking trails.

Fishing

Among the local Rapa Nui people, fishing is a common hobby. Bring your own equipment or fish like the locals!

Rent a car

Enjoy the freedom of renting a vehicle and discovering Easter Island at your own pace.