Anakena

Visited April 11 & 14, 2023. Not a beach person but can still appreciate the really nice ones. There's even some colorful moais close by. Thought these moais looked very different from the other ones on the island. The colors seemed more vibrant and they were smaller in size. Heard the technique used to make these were more "modern". The sand was very fine and the water was calm and warm. There were also a few eating options but can get very crowded depending on the time and weather. There were restrooms but didn't really see a place where one could rinse off. For some extra adventure, rent an atv and ride there.

If you have time for one beach day on Easter Island, Playa Anakena would be it. Blue waters of Pacific... Sand is fine and white, and very hot, even the day is chilly. I had full intentions to go for the swim, but water is pretty cold in November - I chickened out. Just to sit and relax for a little bit on this heavenly beach is good enough... If you get sick of the sun (never), there are benches under the trees. Seriously, give me my Nook, and I will not leave it for months... It is windy day, and a lot of surfers hitting the waves. Very cool to watch. You can also walk to see Moais guarding over the waters. Yea for more of those! Clean restrooms, changing rooms, numerous lunch shacks, and free parking - all very convenient. Note: Red clay roads around this area are pretty cool. Enjoy your 4WD.

Totally forgot to review this beach. All our lives, we've been to the beach a lot. But I've never swam in a beach where after you air dry, you don't feel any salt stickiness on your skin, it's like taking a shower with fresh water. Even swimming in a frest water or stream, there's that feeling of residue when you dry up. But not on this beach. The water was cool but not cold as it was August where the average air temp is 65ºF. I could come here every year if it weren't for the travel time and cost. There's a couple of restuarants here and all I can say is, CEVICHE!!!!!! It was so GOOD!!!!! This place is so clean. I've never been so relaxed in a beach. The waves are calm, the sand is fine enough where it doesn't hurt to walk barefoot, but not as fine as Sarasota beach or Boracay beach. if ever you visit Peru or Chile, you're better off planning of stopping by here (Easter Island) as it'll be a lot closer from Peru or Chile. This place is a must visit in your lifetime.