Day 1: Land on Rapa Nui, Feel the Vibe

Fly into Hanga Roa, Easter Island’s only town, and man, it’s a trek to get here. We’ll grab you from the airport and settle you into a breezy guesthouse with ocean views. Afternoon’s for meeting your guide—a Rapa Nui local who’s got stories for days. Over fresh tuna ceviche, they’ll kick things off with a myth about Hotu Matu’a, the first king who sailed here guided by a dream. Wander Hanga Roa’s quiet streets, maybe spot a moai already. Sleep to the sound of waves.
Note: Bring cash. ATMs here are iffy.

Day 2: Moai Madness at Rano Raraku

Morning’s a drive to Rano Raraku, the quarry where the moai were carved. It’s like a statue graveyard—hundreds of stone giants, some half-finished, stuck in the hillside. Your guide spills the tea on how the Rapa Nui moved these beasts (spoiler: nobody’s 100% sure). They’ll share a creepy tale about a moai that “walked” at night. Lunch is by a crater lake, then it’s off to Tongariki, where 15 moai stand in a row, staring at the sea. The vibe’s heavy, like they’re watching you. Back to Hanga Roa for a chill night.

Day 3: Volcanic Vibes and Sacred Sites

Head to Rano Kau, a massive volcanic crater with a lagoon that looks like a witch’s cauldron. Your guide tells a legend about a birdman cult that held wild rituals here—think cliff dives and shark-infested waters. Explore Orongo, a stone village tied to the cult, where the air feels charged. Afternoon’s for Anakena Beach, where moai guard white sand and you can swim in turquoise waves. Evening’s a storytelling session with locals, swapping tales about ghost chiefs and star gods.
Pro tip: Pack a windbreaker. Island breezes are no joke.

Day 4: Hidden Corners and Island Magic

Today’s for offbeat spots. Visit Ahu Akivi, where seven moai face the ocean, said to represent explorers who never came back. Your guide spins a yarn about a shaman who cursed them to stone. Then trek to Puna Pau, a quarry for the moai’s red “hats,” with views that stretch forever. Afternoon’s a cave crawl—Ana Kai Tangata, where ancient paintings hint at cannibal rituals (yep, it’s dark). Back in Hanga Roa, catch a Rapa Nui dance show—drums, costumes, and moves that feel ancient.
Fun fact: Locals say moai have mana (spiritual power). Don’t mess with ‘em.

Day 5: Last Look and Fly Out

Morning’s free to soak in the island—revisit a favorite moai, grab a carved stone pendant as a souvenir, or just vibe by the sea. Your guide shares one last myth about a goddess who hid the island from outsiders. You’re at the airport by noon, but Rapa Nui’s mystery clings like salt spray. Those statues, craters, and stories? They’re gonna haunt you, in the best way.