ITINERARY
RAPA NUI – MOANA PROGRAM
GENERAL PROGRAM INFORMATION
Not included:
- Meals not specified
- Other expenses not mentioned
- Other services not specified
- Personal insurance or travel insurance
- Technical clothing or appropriate attire for the activity, unless otherwise indicated in each excursion
What to bring:
- Personal water (mandatory)
- Camera or mobile phone with fully charged battery
- Sun protection: hat, sunscreen and sunglasses
- Comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for the service, according to the destination and weather conditions
Day 1
➜ Flight and transfer
Flight: Santiago – Rapa Nui:
Shared transfer: Mataveri Airport – Accommodation in Rapa Nui
Check In – Accommodation: From 15:00 hrs
Day 1
➜ Rapa Nui Cultural Show
The Rapa Nui Cultural Show activity allows travelers to experience different traditional artistic expressions of the island through dances, songs, storytelling and live performances connected to Rapanui cultural heritage.
The activity begins from the accommodation in Hanga Roa toward the Te Ra’ai Cultural Center, where a welcome is offered along with the opportunity to participate in takona, the traditional art of body painting that conveys symbols and meanings unique to the culture of Rapa Nui. The live Haha Varua show then takes place, featuring different dances, music and interactive storytelling that help visitors understand the cultural essence of the island.
During the evening, expressions such as Hoko, Ori Api, Kai-Kai and Riu are presented, accompanied by traditional clothing and stage elements that showcase an important part of the richness of Rapanui culture in a nighttime performance format. At the end of the experience, return to the accommodation in Hanga Roa is included.
Sites visited: Te Ra’ai Cultural Center, Haha Varua Folkloric Show, Po Uri Bar (optional)
Departure time: (Departure from the accommodation)
- Between 20:45 and 21:15 hrs approx
Return time: (Return to the accommodation)
- From 00:00 hrs approx
- Return time may vary depending on weather conditions or other operational circumstances
Includes:
- Shared round-trip transportation from and to the accommodation in Hanga Roa
- Entrance ticket to the Haha Varua cultural show
- Participation in takona (body painting)
- Traditional clothing for photographs
- Interactive storytelling in Spanish, English and Rapa Nui
Important information:
- Meals are not included
- Total experience duration: 2 hours approx
- Cultural and artistic activity, suitable for all audiences
- Drinks and cocktails at Po Uri Bar are not included (additional consumption)
- Snacks and sharing platters are not included (additional consumption)
- Arrive ready to participate actively in the experience
Day 2
➜ Introductory Diving or Discovery Dive in Rapa Nui
The Introductory Diving or Discovery Dive in Rapa Nui activity is an assisted immersion designed for people without previous experience, allowing a first approach to the island’s underwater environment with permanent support from certified instructors.
The service begins at the diving center on the coast of Rapa Nui, where an introductory briefing is given to learn the basic hand signals for underwater communication, the use of the mask and breathing techniques. The immersion then takes place in the coral reef of Rapa Nui, a natural habitat for much of the island’s marine life, where participants can safely explore the environment under guidance.
The experience includes full diving equipment, personalized assistance throughout the immersion and access to lockers and showers at the diving center. It is also possible to bring a USB drive, memory card or USB cable to transfer souvenir photos and videos from the experience. At the end of the activity, return is made to the diving center on the coast of Rapa Nui.
Sites visited: Coral reef in Rapa Nui, marine life area
Departure time:
- Every day: 09:00 hrs, 12:00 hrs and 15:00 hrs (depending on weather conditions. Please read important information)
Starting point of the activity: Diving center on the coast of Rapa Nui
Includes:
- Introductory briefing
- Full diving equipment (mask, wetsuit, fins, buoyancy vest and air tank)
- Certified instructor (personalized assistance)
- Round-trip boat transfer
- Photos and videos of the activity (bring a USB drive, memory card or USB cable to transfer files)
- Lockers and showers at the diving center
Important information:
- Meals are not included
- Swimming skills are not required
- Round-trip transportation is not included
- Maximum immersion depth: 10 meters
- Avoid very heavy meals before the activity
- The activity may be suspended or rescheduled depending on availability
- Total activity duration: 3 hours approx (30 min immersion)
- Store valuable personal belongings in lockers or bring only what is necessary
- Arrive with enough time to get ready calmly before the introductory briefing
- Bring: USB drive, memory card or USB cable to transfer photos and videos from the experience
- Bring: Bag for wet clothes, comfortable clothes and a change of clothes, swimsuit, towels, robe and sandals
- Not suitable for pregnant women, people with recent surgeries, people with ear pain or nasal congestion
- Activity subject to weather conditions and authorization from the Maritime Authority
- If the diving center informs one day in advance, or if once at the diving center the activity cannot begin due to weather conditions, the dive will be rescheduled to the next available time slot on the day of the activity. If the activity cannot be carried out, rescheduling during the trip will first be evaluated and, if not possible, the corresponding refund for the tour will be made
Taxi details for the transfer that is not included: Booking a few days in advance is recommended
- Taxi Luis: +56 9 52011291
- Taxi Paola: +56 9 23912047
Day 3 and 4
➜ Free Days
Day 5
➜ Return transfer and flight
Check Out – Accommodation: 10:00 hrs
Shared transfer: Accommodation in Rapa Nui – Mataveri Airport
Flight: Rapa Nui – Santiago
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