Motu Nui

Motu Nui rises over 2,000 meters from the sea bed, forming the largest of five satellite islets surrounding Easter Island with 3 hectares of land.

The island served as the central location for collecting the first sooty tern eggs during the ancient Tangata manu ritual competitions until the arrival of Christianity.

The annual egg-gathering competition determined leadership roles, with participants swimming from Easter Island to Motu Nui through shark-inhabited waters to claim the first egg.

Visitors can reach Motu Nui through boat excursions departing from Hanga Roa, offering opportunities for snorkeling and observing marine wildlife in its waters.

The islet marks Chile's westernmost point and features numerous breeding grounds for seabirds, maintaining its natural state without human settlements or structures.

Location: Valparaíso Region

GPS coordinates: -27.20139,-109.45278

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:32