Ahu Te Pito Kura (Navel of the World)
Quick Facts
- Location
- Chile, Isla de Pascua
- Category
- Historic Ruins & Heritage
- Duration
- 1-2 hours
- Opening Hours
- Daily 08:00-17:30 · Inside Rapa Nui National Park (8:00-17:30); park ticket required; some access on foot or horseback
- Ticket Price
- Free Admission: Site free (outdoor) · Rapa Nui National Park ticket required (foreigners ~USD 80 / CLP 54,000, single or multi-day)
- Address
- Ahu Te Pito Kura, north coast of Rapa Nui (Isla de Pascua), Chile
- Coordinates
- -27.0883, -109.2996
Introduction
The 'Navel of the World' refers to a mysterious round stone cluster beside Ahu Te Pito Kura on Rapa Nui's north coast — one large and four smaller stones, called Te Pito o Te Henua ('navel of the world'). Legend says the round stone was brought by a Polynesian chief as a symbol of life's origin; touching it is said to bring luck, and it is nicknamed the magnetic stone for reportedly affecting compasses. Nearby once stood Paro, the island's largest moai (~10 m, ~80 t), now fallen — a testament to Rapa Nui stonework and seafaring.
✨ Highlights
🛈 Practical Info
Opening Hours
| Monday | 08:00-17:30 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 08:00-17:30 |
| Wednesday | 08:00-17:30 |
| Thursday | 08:00-17:30 |
| Friday | 08:00-17:30 |
| Saturday | 08:00-17:30 |
| Sunday | 08:00-17:30 |
Inside Rapa Nui National Park (8:00-17:30); park ticket required; some access on foot or horseback
Ticket Information
| Free Admission | Site free (outdoor) |
|---|
Rapa Nui National Park ticket required (foreigners ~USD 80 / CLP 54,000, single or multi-day)
Transportation
Rent a car in Hanga Roa or join a northwest tour; ~1.5 h walk from the lot
No public transit; 4WD or horse advised; windy, no shade
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Ahu Te Pito Kura (Navel of the World)?
Monday: 08:00-17:30; Tuesday: 08:00-17:30; Wednesday: 08:00-17:30; Thursday: 08:00-17:30; Friday: 08:00-17:30; Saturday: 08:00-17:30; Sunday: 08:00-17:30; Inside Rapa Nui National Park (8:00-17:30); park ticket required; some access on foot or horseback
How much is the admission for Ahu Te Pito Kura (Navel of the World)?
Free Admission: Site free (outdoor); Rapa Nui National Park ticket required (foreigners ~USD 80 / CLP 54,000, single or multi-day)
How long should I spend at Ahu Te Pito Kura (Navel of the World)?
A typical visit takes 1-2 hours.
How do I get to Ahu Te Pito Kura (Navel of the World)?
Driving/Parking: Rent a car in Hanga Roa or join a northwest tour; ~1.5 h walk from the lot
