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Rapa Nui Astronomical Experience

Q: Where does this tour start?

This tour starts at: Next to the Cruz Verde Pharmacy on Tu'u Maheke Street, opposite the Artisan Fair. Hours subject to change depending on the season and sunset..

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Overview

The magic of Rapa Nui unfolds in a unique night of stargazing that blends rich culture with the splendor of the Southern Hemisphere sky. Begin your evening with a tour along the northeast coast, where members of the Rapa Nui community will share ancestral legends and their connection to the stars. Then, using professional telescopes, explore constellations, planets, and nebulae while enjoying traditional music. The experience culminates at Anakena Beach, where a professional photo session will capture your memories among the majestic Moai statues under a starlit sky.

- Private group tour with an authentic cultural experience
- Stargazing with high-quality telescopes
- Professional photo session on Anakena Beach
- Includes personalized transportation and a cultural meal with live music

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What's Included

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Private transportation
Astrophotography
Observation with telescopes
Enjoy a culinary break with local flavors. As a welcome gesture, we offer refreshments including drinks and a traditional homemade banana cake from the island called Poe.
Storytelling with Star Lasers
Onboard comments

Itinerary

Stop 1

Sunset and Living Culture: Our day begins at dusk, exploring the northeast coast of the island. Here, you'll enjoy authentic conversations with members of the Rapa Nui community (edutanuis), who will share legends, oral history, and their people's profound connection to the cosmos. Premium Stargazing: As night falls, we'll set up professional telescopes to explore the spectacular southern hemisphere sky. We'll guide your gaze toward unfamiliar constellations, planets, and nebulae, with traditional Polynesian music creating a magical atmosphere.

Stop 2

The Highlight: Anakena Under the Stars: The experience culminates with an exclusive nighttime visit to Anakena Beach. In this sacred and iconic setting, surrounded by majestic Moai, we will offer you a professional photo session. We will capture eternal memories with the stars and the enigmatic stone giants as a backdrop—a treasure of your trip.