Hanga OTeo is located north of Isla de Pascua where there are no roads or infrastructure.
To reach this place, you must make an excursion all day and on the way you can see archaeological remains that are scattered to the east side of the coast.
The proposed route departs from Tahai and it surrounds the coast to Ana Kakenga until arriving at Ahu Te Peu, and then follows a path that surrounds Terevaka by the coast.
After 13 kilometers we will find Hanga OTeo which is a bay and the hiking route ends at Anakena beach 5 kilometers further north.
Gastronomy
The typical food of the island is mainly based on marine products such as fish including tuna, mahi mahi, the sierra, and seafood such as lobster, shrimp along with other seafood which are only on the island. You are also consuming bananas, pineapple, sugar cane and sweet potatoes. This is a pretty healthy diet with much protein intake.
One of the most common dishes are the fried empanadas with tuna, Umu Rapa Nui or also known as Rapa Nui curanto, is well cooked fish and various types of seafood and potatoes in wood and stones that are covered by banana leaves. Another traditional dish is the Tunu, a preparation based on fish freshly taken from the sea cooked on hot stones on the shores of the sea.
The weather in Easter Island is tropical and cold, with mild temperatures throughout the year. The average annual temperature is 20.5° C. In winter the temperature is around 18° C the minimum and in summer, is around 23° C the maximum.
We advise you to bring cash with you is, since there aren’t many ATMs on the island.
DO NOT litter on the beach, parks or in public roads. Taking care of our environment is everyone's responsibility. Avoid fines by following the rules.