Half Day Rano Kao, Orongo and Vinapu
Cost: $999.00Tour Length: Half Day
Activity Level: Easy to Moderate
Includes:
- Regular Transportation
- Bilingual Guide
- Entrance fees for National Park and protected wilderness area
Operates daily year round
The excursion begins in the town of Hanga Roa towards Ahu Vinapu, a temple noted for the remarkable resemblance of its stone works created by the Incas—evidence, according to some researchers, that the first inhabitants on the island were of South America descent. The excursion proceeds vertically, up the Rano Kau volcano to the city of Orongo, the center or the “Bird Man” cult (a bizarre ceremony was traditionally held here each year to elect island’s religious leader). Note that the houses in Orongo, made of soft stone, have been meticulously restored, but the cliff side has been left untouched: it is adorned with hundreds of petroglyphs such as Tangata Manu, the “Bird Man”, the Manutara, the sacred bird itself, and Make Make, the god who, it was believed, created the world. Pause to enjoy what a spectacular view of islets Motu Nui, Motu Iti and Motu Kao Kao. Return.
- Attractions Included in Day Tour:
- Rano Kau
- Orongo (Tangata Manu, Manu Tara)
- Ahu Vinapu
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