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Easter Island has some pretty challenging terrain. Renting a mountain bike costs about 10 USD per day and it is possible to cycle around the island in a day (a long day!). Be careful however as there is nowhere to buy food or water outside of Hanga Roa. Also some parts of the island are very isolated, so it is better to not try and do it alone. This is also relevant as mobile phones only tend to work around Hanga Roa.
A good sun hat, sun tan lotion and plenty to eat and drink. Leave a Comment Theme: Biking
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nearly a goal! by easyoarLeave a Comment Theme: Sports WatchingAddress: Hanga Roa, on the seafront
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Surfing in Easter Island it's maybe, the most incredible experience. The waves, the nature and the mystic, gives you and unforgettable memorie.
For diving. If you know something about this sport, you must know too, that Easter Island it's maybe one of the most spectaculars place to go.
For surfing, only your board.
For diving, you can lease all te equipment. Leave a Comment Theme: Extreme Sports
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 The harbour at Hanga Roa by kiwigal_1
There are submerged moai that they can take dive groups to but a beginner would not be able to do this dive.
This would be provided by the dive centre. Leave a Comment Theme: Scuba DivingPhone: +56 32 2551055Directions: Go to the harbour at Hanga Roa.Website: www.mikerapu.cl
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A fun sport to try on Easter Island is Horse Riding. Rumor has it that the horses outnumber the people on the island 3 to 1. There is about 3,000 people on the island. Simple math says that equals about 9,000 horses. I am not sure if these figures are fully correct but that is the urban legend here. Perhaps this island should be called The Island of Horses as horses seem to dominate this landscape.
Equipment will be provided by the local renting you the horses. Address: Hanga RoaDirections: Just find some local riding a horse in and around Hanga Roa and ask him how much it costs for a ride.
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The triathlon on Friday 6/8/07 is a sprint triathlon, with a 500 mtr ocean swim, 15K road bike and 5K run (distances approximate). All events are in Hanga Roa.
The next day is a 35K Mountain bike race. Start and finish is in Hanga Roa with the trail going up toward the Rano Kau volcano and then through the SW portion of the island.
The marathon, 1/2 marathon and 10K is on Sunday. Start and finish is in Hanga Roa and runs along the middle road to Anakena beach and back. Rolling hills
The events are for fun so don't think about bringing your bike. You can rent a bike in tone, although they have only well worn mountain bikes. Bring your helmet for safety. Leave a Comment Theme: OtherAddress: Hanga Roa, easter IslandPhone: 800-444-4097Directions: All events start and finish in the center of town in Hanga Roa on the soccer field.Website: marathontours.com
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Hanga Roa is small and the only town on Easter Island. The soccer/footballfield is near the pier at the harbour. There is also a small beach for swimming and you will find many surfers. In the weekend there are a few matches. You will then see many young locals around following those matches. Theme: Sports Watching
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Surfing is a unique sport that combines intensity with relaxation and requires a good deal of practice to master. The waves on Easter Island provide a good place to surf. Hanga Roa has the best break on the island. Right out in front of the center of town in Hanga Roa an awesome point break can be found. The day I went out in mid-september, waves were braking overhead in sets of 5-6 with an occasional 7 footer and one 9 footer. There were only a handful of people surfing these beautiful waves that extended a hundred yards out into the sea. The pipe was soft, forgiving, and did not plow me in too hard into the water which was nice. It also made for a soft relaxing finish. For people with or without surfing experience, this place is a must see as the scenery around is classic. Moai's (stone head statues) litter the shorelines while a select few surfers get to ride by and are treated to awesome views and great surf. Most days deliver an spectacular sunset where the lemon sun seems to sink into the sea.
Go rent a surfboard at Hanga Roa Harbor. It cost me $20 for the day, including the wetsuit. Theme: SurfingAddress: Orca Dive Shop Hanga RoaDirections: The main part of town in the harbor 100 yards away from Rapa Nui High School Field.
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