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fedfan

So close to town that its an easy 15 min walk! Really enjoyed Tahai and its also the location of the only moai on Easter Island with restored eyes! We were there for 7 days but missed the sunset as its was cloudy every single day.

remery1513

Four Moai on the left, one in the center and one with eyes on the right with a nice entry to the ocean in the middle. Always a great sight and interesting. You can get ferry close, but not onto the shared ground. All face inland as usual except for the seven. The site was reconstructed and continues to amaze.

Sandi0615

This is not the site with the larger number of restored moai but you can see how they might have looked. It's very much worth a visit - try to go at sunrise or sunset to see how the light impacts the views.

ARCGlasgow

Interesting Ahu because they have put dummy eyes into one of the Moai so you can see how they would have looked on special occasions - probably a bit scary.

MarionW339

it's very close to Hanga Roa and offered us the first look at Easter Island's world famous moai. You can do a fair amount of walking here. You can never get right up against the statues (anywhere). The boundaries are clearly market and must be observed.

LindaS562

The Tahai Complex is wonderful and is walking distance from town so makes a great first afternoon destination without having to get a guide or rent a car. You can always easily come back for some nice morning photos if the weather co-operates on another day. The complex has 3 separate ahu all with restored moai; one with 5 and two with 1 each. One of the single moai has a large topknot AND eyes - the only one on the island. However my guide book says that this particular moai never originally had eyes and these were just paced in to appease early tourists... Even though it is nice to see one with eyes and it is quite impressive. We visited this site many times over our 4 day stay and it was lovely every time. On our last morning some roaming horses gave the site new character again.

154tonyt

It was as if the place was deserted apart from us. We had the place to ourselves. Bright sunshine and perfect lighting for photography. We arrived at about 9:45am. We had joined a tour and although within walking distance of our hotel, this was the right choice as our guide added much more info and knowledge that I had found searching web sites and guide books. A perfect place to visit

GrandpaX4

We missed the sunset due to overcast skies, but the vistas were still impressive. The Moai statues, the location, and the ocean vistas made for a memorable experience. The only Moai statue with defined eyes was a significant extra.

ExplorerXYZ

These Moai are located just a kilometer or two outside the outskirts of town. The Moai are standing and some painted. While the views are great and many people come here for sunset the best photos are mid morning. The Moai here are facing inwards so a sunset photo will only show a dark outline of the Moai. Still it is a sight to see and relaxing during sunset. You will not be secluded here at sunset. There are some local vendors selling souvenirs at times. To get here you can drive to a lot at the top of this space or you can walk a trail that comes to past the cemetery to the Ahu Tahai.

aimster9870

A riveting display of highly detailed Moai atop their Ahu accompanied by a beautiful ocean beach. One of my favorite Ahu's on the Island for sure. You can even see the tattoos on the backs of the Moai's here and several have top knots.

cailebotte

We couldn't get enough of the sunset here and came 3 times during our week in Easter Island. It was different every time and always majestic. don't miss it!

toireasastrong

It's easy to imagine life here when the structures were being erected. While you can visit the site independently, an expert guide will bring the experience to life. The location on the ocean is breathtaking on sunny days. Some days locals set-up tables near the parking lot and sell handicrafts and carvings. We visited twice and each time found something new and amazing.

erical2013

Review with photos: http://shrimp2.pixnet.net/blog/post/105929531Ahu Tahai is very close to Honga Roa, around 15 min walk.You could get an amazing sunset photos. Recommend that you may come here around 6pm, then see these moais when the sun goes down. Also you could purchase some drinks in Hanga Roa then cheers with Ahu Tahai.Oh, keep the trash off the groud :)

Ibadanboy

Ahu Tahai has the distinct advantage of being one of the closest Moai sites to the town center in Hanga Roa. Less than 10 minutes walk from the center, you get a wonderful encounter with the Moai. These are inward facing Moai backing the sea. They are literally on the coastline. Sunset views from here are spectacular. Picture perfect postcard photographs. You will keep coming back for more because you just can't get enough. This is a MUST-SEE. Most highly recommended.

MiamiAlan

June can be cloudy. You might have to wait a day or two for the right cloud conditions for a great sunset...but it is worth it. Easy drive from town with typical Rapa Nui dirt road at end. I found iphones and ipads captured at better sunset shot then my expensive Canon. In the middle of the site is a boat ramp. There are structures there that the locals hid their chickens during times when they might be stolen. The group of people that come are a mixture of locals and tourists. You know if locals come it must be good. Steve our Hotel owner from Chez Steve would tell us be there at 6:45 (for June) and it was a perfect time. From there into Hanga Roa (town) was relatively well lit and you can comfortably get back to where you are staying or diner after dark.