Sight

Ahu Akivi

Check tickets & tours

Some booking links are affiliate links. If you book through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. We never let this influence which places we recommend.

Ahu Akivi is a unique archaeological site on Easter Island, featuring seven restored moai that face the sunset during the equinoxes. Unlike most ahu along the coast, this platform sits inland, and its astronomical alignment suggests the Rapa Nui had sophisticated knowledge of celestial movements. Visitors can walk among the moai and appreciate the precise engineering and cultural significance of this sacred site.

Don't miss

  • Observe the seven moai aligned to the equinox sunset
  • Explore the only inland ahu with restored statues
  • Learn about the astronomical knowledge of the Rapa Nui people

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Ahu Akivi

You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.

More attractions in Hanga Roa

Planning your trip to Hanga Roa? See where to eat, more attractions, or build a Hanga Roa itinerary.