Planning & Information – Easter Island

 

Visa

Although Easter Island is one of the world’s most remote inhabited islands, it is a special territory of Chile. As a result, the same visa requirements that apply to Chile also apply to Easter Island. Travelers whose nationality requires a Chilean visa should ensure they obtain one well in advance of their trip.

In addition to Chile’s standard entry requirements, all passengers traveling from mainland Chile to Easter Island must complete a special immigration process before departure. Travelers may be asked to present the following documents:

• Valid passport
• Chilean visa (if required)
• Completed Easter Island Entry Form (submitted online before travel)
• Confirmed accommodation reservation (printed or digital copy)
• Boarding pass

After completing the immigration check, travelers receive an entry authorization document for Easter Island. Keep this document accessible, as it will be collected by airline staff at the boarding gate before departure.
 

Flights to/from Easter Island

LATAM Airlines have two (almost) daily flights between Easter Island and mainland Chile (Santiago).

• Santiago (SCL) → Easter Island (IPC)
  – LA 843, 10:25 → 14:25
  – LA 841, 08:20 → 11:55

• Easter Island (IPC) → Santiago (SCL)
  – LA 844, 16:25 → 23:00
  – LA 842, 14:25 → 21:00

The international airport of Easter Island (IPC) is located in the southern end of the island, and is about 15-20 mins walk from the center. Although most hotels offer pickup services for free or a charge, you can get a “taxi” (not official taxi, but locals offering taxi-services) from the airport to the hotel.
 

Hiring or Renting Car in Easter Island

 

SIM Card in Easter Island

You cannot buy a SIM card on Easter Island, so your best option is to purchase one in Santiago or at Santiago airport. Overall cellular network on the island is good, except for some spots where you get weak signal.

Most restaurants and hotels have wifi, and there’s a public wifi available in Hanga Roa town square with limited speeds and access.

Cash or card?

The official currency of Easter Island is Chilean Peso (CLP), with an exchange rate of USD 1 = CLP 915 (at the time of visit). Most hotels, restaurants and supermarkets accept Visa and MasterCard for payments.

There are a few reliable currency exchange centers in Hanga Roa town, and at the airport.

 
Accommodations in Easter Island were booked using booking.com.

City	Accommodation	Notes
Hanga Roa	Cabañas Hostal Tojika	For 4 nights per person in mixed-dormitory room. Breakfast included. Wifi – 4.5/5

 

Easter Island story highlights on Instagram This trip report can also be seen on our story highlights on Instagram account @travelonthedollar. Click the image on left to go directly to Easter Island Highlights, or visit our page and under ‘Highlights’, scroll to the right and tap on ‘Easter Island’.

 

Note: All values in USD, unless otherwise mentioned, are approximate and based on the exchange rate at the time of publishing. Each cost is for one adult. The exchange rate at the time of publishing is assumed to be USD 1 = CLP 915. This does not include international flights to/from Easter Island, including the LATAM flights from Santiago.
 

What	Cost	Notes
Cabañas Hostal Tojika	$150	For 4 nights per person in mixed-dormitory room. Breakfast included. Free Wifi.
Easter Island Park Ticket	$103.80	CLP 95,000 per person as entrance ticket for Easter Island sights.
Total Costs	$253.80	Per person

 

 

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