Ahu Tongariki Sunrise: Polynesia's Iconic Moai View

Witness a breathtaking sunrise at Ahu Tongariki, Polynesia’s most impressive moai platform. Enjoy stunning Pacific Ocean views. Flexible tour times. Unmissable experience.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Ahu Tongariki - The guide will enter the park so you can enjoy the incredible sunrise in Rapa Nui!
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Native and certified guide
What's Not Included
  • Ticket to the park
  • Breakfast
Additional Information

On this tour we will see the sun rise behind the most impressive ahu moai that exists in Polynesia, the Ahu Tongaritki. When we enter this place you can see an incredible view of the Pacific Ocean and the sunrise behind Ahu Tongariki.
We will be back at your lodging place around 9:00 or 10:00 am. Additionally, the tour time may vary depending on how much…

Location
Ahu Tongariki
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Nicholas_l
Sep 25, 2025
Sunrise Tour - Beautiful sunrise, you get exactly what is advertised. Arrived early to ensure a good spot for photos.
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Donald_t
Apr 10, 2025
Magical Location. Powerful Energy - See the Ahu at sunrise. While a blazing sunrise is not guaranteed, it is an amazing location. Tour was a little $$. Especially for 2 people ‘ 3-hours
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James_v
Mar 12, 2025
The best sunrise ever! - Best experience, watching the sun come up behind the 15 Miao was spectacular! The cloud cover added to the impressiveness of the sunrise. Mamai is a wonderful guide; fresh local pineapple off of the tailgate at sunrise!! The best!
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Guide16979675712
Mar 4, 2025
Excellent end to our trip. Flew out later that day. - Maiuru collected us promptly in his car. He took us on a non-bumpy road on time to see the sunrise and helped us choose a good place to stand. Maiuru also took lots of great photos of us which we really appreciate. On the way back, he even stopped so we could take photographs of the sheep farm and also the area where the banana leaf sledding takes place, Cerro nui. We were back at our hotel in time for breakfast after about 2-2.5 hours. Take warm layers and something waterproof to sit on if you wish. Maiuru was a great driver and guide, thank you.
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Venessa_m
Mar 2, 2025
Worth the wake up - Absolutely an amazing experience.one of the best sunrise views I've witnessed, its because of the history behind what you are looking and surrounded with. You definitely will feel the energy of the island. It's warm and welcoming.
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Alexandra_r
Dec 31, 2024
Epic sunrise! - Amazing tour to watch the sunrise. Simply breathtaking Remember to bring a sweatshirt though - it's cold when it is still dark
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Maria
Dec 22, 2024
Sunrise in Tongariki magical experience - be there at dawn and see the sun rise behind these giant silent inhabitants of Raoa Nui and feel part of the mystery of this unique place in the world! A wonderful experience
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Pascal_b
Sep 11, 2025
Regarding the activity, ... - Regarding the activity, if the weather is there, which has not been the case today, beautiful photos in perspective. Regarding the guide who had to animate the activity in French, it was not the case, did not speak French, not talkative at all, served us transport!!!
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Silk44w
May 29, 2025
A little more for the price - The site is brilliant and a must at Dawn! Thanks to the tour for getting me there however for the price I would expect a little more! I had to coax information out of the guide.
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Jnwilk
Oct 24, 2025
Very expensive taxi ride - Let me start by saying the Moais at sunrise were stunning! This however was not a “tour”. Our tour started 20 mins late- apparently the driver was outside on the road- we were waiting at the hotel as discussed when booking. I attempted contact via WhatsApp at 8 mins late, no answer, then called, no answer, then texted again before someone responded with a location. Our guide did not introduce himself. We had a VERY dangerous car ride out to the park. With speeds exceeding 110 k/hr on a pot hole filled dirt road. We almost left the road twice while passing other cars around curves. I do understand he was trying to get us there quickly but on an island with limited emergency services this was unacceptable. When we arrived we were off on our own- he stood in the back of the park with another guide. There were other guides that had brought picnics, flower crowns etc and were taking pictures of their clients. We asked strangers to take our pictures. Then we were driving back to our hotel. No history, no introduction or the Mois or anything. Lucky we had an excellent guide the two previous days so we knew what we were looking at. For the price tag- this was essentially an uncomfortable taxi ride. I would recommend the moais at sunrise but would pick a different company.
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From $125
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).