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I wanted to spend some time alone and I'd love to see the island outside Hanga Roa and without other tourists during the night.

I know wild camping is illegal (all the island is either National Park or private territory), so I'm not considering this.

Can I do some of the trails during the night? My concerns are:

  • Is it legal? I didn't find anything saying that it isn't or suggesting that I'd need a guide, but better safe than sorry,
  • Is is safe? I guess with small population and so many tourists it's OK, but maybe there other dangers like wild animals.
Kuba
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I can (from personal experience) confirm that it is absolutely possible to walk around the island at night alone. However, please inform your hosts before you leave and also inform them where you plan to wander around. Just in case.

There are some closed areas which are only accessible with guides though (nature preservation and archeological sites), so make sure to be aware (again, just ask your hotel hosts) where it is ok to walk around and where it is prohibited.

I made very good experience with the folks from the Hotel Puku Vai, very friendly and knowledgeable.

Tony Delaney
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