Shore Excursion: Easter Island Half-Day Tour to Tahai Orongo and Rano Kau
Hanga Roa, Chile
Trip Type: Ports of Call Tours
Duration: 4 hours
Take this Shore Excursion to discover the ancient ruins of Easter Island´s Orongo Ceremonial City hold fascinating insights into this mysterious civilization.
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Take this Shore Excursion to discover the ancient ruins of Easter Island´s Orongo Ceremonial City hold fascinating insights into this mysterious civilization.Spend a day visiting the Southwestern coast of Easter Island, including the Archaeological complex of Tahai, Rano Kau Volcano and Orongo Ceremonial City.
Our first stop will be the the Tahai Ceremonial Complex, which comprises three principal ahu from north to south: Ko Te Riku (with restored eyes), Tahai and Vai Ure.
Then we will head to Rano Kau Volcano, whose slopes offer an impressive view of the islets Motu Nui, Motu Iti, Motu Kao Kao. Rano Kau has a crater lake which is one of the island's only three natural bodies of fresh water. Heading west, we will get to the village of Orongo; it was used between 1600 and 1866 AD to worship the bird men. The village consists of approximately 50 elliptically shaped, shale-wall homes with a small square entry overlooking the ocean.
Arranged into two uneven rows, the lower row ends at Mata Ngarahu, the sacred precinct where the Bird-man used to be worshiped. This is also the location of one of the most profusely decorated petroglyphs on the island. As you explore, listen to some incredible legends about the island.
Worry-free Shore Excursion:
We will ensure your timely return to the Hanga Roa cruise port for this activity. In the rare event your ship has departed, we will arrange for transportation to the next port-of-call. If your ship is delayed and you are unable to attend this activity, your money will be refunded. See our terms and conditions for full details.
Our first stop will be the the Tahai Ceremonial Complex, which comprises three principal ahu from north to south: Ko Te Riku (with restored eyes), Tahai and Vai Ure.
Then we will head to Rano Kau Volcano, whose slopes offer an impressive view of the islets Motu Nui, Motu Iti, Motu Kao Kao. Rano Kau has a crater lake which is one of the island's only three natural bodies of fresh water. Heading west, we will get to the village of Orongo; it was used between 1600 and 1866 AD to worship the bird men. The village consists of approximately 50 elliptically shaped, shale-wall homes with a small square entry overlooking the ocean.
Arranged into two uneven rows, the lower row ends at Mata Ngarahu, the sacred precinct where the Bird-man used to be worshiped. This is also the location of one of the most profusely decorated petroglyphs on the island. As you explore, listen to some incredible legends about the island.
Worry-free Shore Excursion:
We will ensure your timely return to the Hanga Roa cruise port for this activity. In the rare event your ship has departed, we will arrange for transportation to the next port-of-call. If your ship is delayed and you are unable to attend this activity, your money will be refunded. See our terms and conditions for full details.
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