Mauna Terevaka is one of the 3 volcanoes that originated Isla de Pascua and is located in the northern sector of the island. The main activity to visit is a cavalcade that lasts all day.
Maunga Tarevaka is an inactive volcano located north of Isla de Pascua and it has the shape of a cone. According to various investigations, it was created more than 12 thousand years ago and its last flow is believed to have been 10 thousand years ago. It is even believed that Maunga Terevaka finished forming the triangle that today in Isla de Pascua.
Most of the tourists make a horseback ride that takes them to the highest point, from where you can appreciate a 360 ° panoramic view.
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.
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