Far off the Chilean coast, Easter Island is a South Pacific island known for its mysterious moai statues, beautiful beaches and intriguing local culture is made even more exciting by a rare solar eclipse on July 11. The entire island will be in complete darkness as the narrow path of the solar eclipse passes directly over the island – a rare event that has not occurred since 591 AD. Or, start planning now for the 2011 two-week Tapati festival in February, when the island is a colorful pageant of parades and historical reenactments. With a mild year round climate, a visit to Easter Island is ideal during the South American winter season of June-September, and even warmer and more agreeable during the spring, summer and fall months.
A new eco-chic lodge on the island takes advantage of the wild beauty of the Pacific with its privileged location on a hillside overlooking the sea on the southeastern coast of Rapa Nui. The 30 rooms all have views of the Pacific, with foundations built from native stones. Rooms are spacious, peaceful places to relax after a day full of excursions, with sitting areas, hydromassage baths and no television.
Stay for four or five days on Easter Island to explore the moai – the giant statues erected around the island and carved from huge blocks of stone – boat rides to nearby islets, trekking, horseback riding, biking, SCUBA, fishing and surfing.
Contact us for more information on planning a trip to Easter Island, or combining Easter Island with the Atacama Desert and Torres del Paine National Park – both year round destinations in Chile ideal for nature and outdoor lovers.
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