Where to visit

Tired of the mundane trip where you shop, eat and sleep and everything looks the same? A lover of history and heritage? A trip to Easter Island will transform your thinking and immerse you into a cultural pool like no other.  Easter Island is known not only for being the most isolated place on Earth, but for its giant maoi statues carved from volcanic rock – dating back some 1,500 years. Once you have found your way to this mysterious locale, visiting these impressive monuments must be on your to-do list.

Even the names of the sites are exotic: Rano Raraku, Ahu Tahai. Rapa Nui, another name for Easter Island, offers an opportunity to experience a wealth of caves, monuments, and learn about the native culture.  Ahu Tongariki on the south coast and Rano Raraku, the birthplace of the Moai, are but two of the many sites which contain ancient ruins and other landmarks created out of stone.  There is also a National Park which exudes the essence of Easter Island – its natural, unspoilt terrain transports visitors to another, almost forgotten era.  There is nothing quite like it, so if the unusal is what you crave, then this isolated island is just for you!  When planning your trip, there are a range of itineraries avaialble for touring, both privately and in small groups. Here, you can also take advantage of hiking up a volcano, or deep diving.

When to visit

Blessed with good weather all year round, there is no bad time to visit Easter Island, locally known as Rapa Nui, however the months of January to March marks the high or summer season. As expected, temperatures will dip in winter, however they generally remain quite tolerable for the average person.  Travel to Easter Island today is much easier than years gone by, as long service flights can be coordinated from Santiago, Brazil as well as Chile. Don’t let distance deter you from an unforgettable experience.

What to do

Easter Island is a simple, isolated, yet unique destination. So, after exploring the serious, thought-provoking ruins for which the island is most famous, take in the beaches in Anakena to relax and soak up the suns rays during summer or for the water babies – dive right in and experience the therapeutic waters of the southern hemisphere.  A trip to Easter Island would not be complete without taking in Hanga Roa where all of the residents of the island reside, and learning directly from them about life on this special island

Enjoy amazing travel experiences and take advantage of the best deals on offer when you consult with your trusted travel advisor.  Contact Going Places Travel to book your trip today.