Private Tour
Private Sunrise Horseback Ride – First Light Experience
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Highlights:
Start just before sunrise with natural morning light (no darkness)
Experience the full transition into golden hour
- Ride to the highest point of the island
Suitable for beginners and experienced riders
Additional Info
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Weight limit 210 pounds
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Start your day in one of the most magical ways on Easter Island. This early morning horseback ride begins just before sunrise, when the first soft light starts to reveal the island’s landscapes. As you ride, the sky gradually shifts in color until the sun rises over the horizon, bathing everything in warm golden light. Ride along scenic trails to Maunga Terevaka, the highest point on the island, where you’ll enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the ocean and volcanic terrain. This experience is designed to be peaceful, immersive, and unforgettable—perfect for those looking to connect with nature in a quiet and unique moment of the day. Whether you are a beginner or have previous riding experience, our team will guide you every step of the way, ensuring a safe and enjoyable ride.
What‘s Included
Induction for beginners
Air-conditioned vehicle
Security equipment
Snacks
Pickup points
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Private Sunrise Horseback Ride – First Light Experience
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Reviews
5 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Our Rapa Nui Morning in the Clouds
JENNIFER B,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00If you even have any doubts about this experience, put them aside and just do it! Tonchi and Alice have a well loved herd of horses, exceptional knowledge, and are prepared to give everryone... professional equestrian to 1st time rider...a safe and unforgettable once in a lifetime experience.
Fantastic ride and amazing horses
Katharina T,Apr 12, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Thank you so much! Iam an experienced rider and the ride was so amazing! A lot of canters cause Iam loving it, beautiful landscape, beautiful and really nice horses, a beautiful place. I think the horses a really nice for every rider, from beginner to experienced. The guide was also amazing and I leaned a lot about the Island. Highly recommended the ride :-)
Great ride for First Timer
HoKan C,Feb 21, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00I am a first time horse rider but felt absolutely safe and comfortable. Rainy day but still a good experience.
Raps Nui Horsreback
David C,Feb 8, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Local guide who grew up on the land which has been passed down through generations. Great views and fun for the whole family.
Exactly what we expected.
Eric H,Jan 1, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Overall, a lovely time. We got exactly what we expected. Picked up on time. Horseback to top of Terevaka for sunset. Views from the top were breathtaking. Wish we could have stayed longer at the top to see the sun go down, but then it would have been too dark to ride back :)
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