Birdman Ceremonial Route: Orongo, Ranu Kau Half-Day Tour Discount Tickets

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Overview

Discover Easter Island’s ceremonial heart on this half-day tour. Begin at Orongo, site of the legendary Birdman Ceremony, symbolizing power, wisdom, and connection to the ancestors. Continue to Ranu Kau, the volcanic crater with panoramic views, and finish at Ahu Vinapu, showcasing ancient Rapa Nui architectural mastery. A journey of history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. Pickup and drop-off from Hanga Roa hotels are included.

Pickup Information

The pick up is included from your Hotel located in the Rapa Nui urban zone, Hanga Roa. If your Hotel is too far away from the pick up zone, we will be letting you know the meeting point for the excursion.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Orongo
Discover the ceremonial heart of Easter Island on this captivating half-day tour filled with history, culture, and mystery. Begin at the Orongo Ceremonial Village, the site of the legendary Birdman Ceremony (Tangata Manu). Ancient Rapa Nui competed to retrieve the first egg of the manutara bird on Motu Nui, a ritual symbolizing power, wisdom, and spiritual connection with ancestors and nature.
Duration: 45 mins
2. Rano Kau
Continue to Ranu Kau, the stunning volcanic crater offering panoramic views of the ocean and Motu Nui. This site is not only visually spectacular but also of ceremonial importance, as it served as the stage for the Birdman competition and symbolizes the Rapa Nui people’s deep bond with the sea.
Duration: 30 mins
3. Ahu Vinapu
The tour concludes at Ahu Vinapu, an archaeological site showcasing the expert craftsmanship of the ancient moai builders and their advanced architectural techniques, with hints of pre-Incan influence. This tour combines history, archaeology, and breathtaking landscapes, offering a profound and memorable insight into Easter Island’s ancestral culture.
Duration: 30 mins

Inclusion

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Professional guide

Transport by air-conditioned van or bus

Exclusion

Gratuities

Food and drinks

Entrance fee to Rapa Nui National Park

Transfers from the pier

Admission fees

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Remember that this excursion is not a private tour

It is recommended that you wear comfortable clothes and shoes, and bring water and snacks

Note: Port pickup is not available. This tour is not suitable for passengers coming by cruise.

Entrance Fee Information – Rapa Nui National Park Passengers traveling to Easter Island are required to pay an entrance fee of USD 100 to visit the Rapa Nui National Park. The ticket can be purchased: - Upon arrival at the CONAF Office inside Mataveri Airport, or - Online in advance through the official website. The entrance fee is valid for 10 consecutive days from the date of purchase and must be presented when visiting archaeological sites during our tours. We recommend purchasing the ticket with the date of your first tour, so you can make the most of the 10-day validity period. Please remember to download the ticket to your phone or carry a printed copy, as internet access is limited in most tourist areas of the island

Excursions can be modified by weather conditions

Supplied by Gray Line Chile

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