Moai Wood Carving Workshop
Workshop Details
At the designated time, we'll meet near Vai Kia Kia Street, the area in Hanga Roa where we'll find the artist's house, who will guide us in the ancestral art of carving moai statues in wood. You'll learn how this practice is an expression of Rapa Niu identity, resistance, and memory.
Once we're ready to start the workshop, you'll learn about the significance of moai statues. These monumental figures represent the guards of each clan and are the protectors of Easter Island's culture. Afterward, we'll dive into the manual work and assign the traditional tools used in the workshop.
We'll learn how to select the wood and begin working with our initial cut. The expert will show us how to start strong and with precision. We'll trace the outlines, letting the shape begin to reveal itself with each pass of the blade. Once we've mastered this technique, we'll move on to the Pao, the most physical stage, where we remove large sections to define the silhouette of the moai.
Before you know it, you'll structure will take shape with a prominent head, a straight nose, and a firm chin. Then, we'll move on to the fine features, where we'll work on the marked eyebrows and closed lips. It'll be almost like meditating!
After this 2-hour workshop, we'll say our goodbyes, and you can take the piece you created home.
More Information
Duration
2h 30m.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
English–speaking guide
Wood carving workshop
Use of necessary material during the workshop
Created piece
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Only some areas are accessible. Accessible toilets.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Printed material is avoided.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- The show represents local culture.
- The indigenous community participates in the management of the activity.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- The activity promotes local production.
- The activity helps to promote peace.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 1 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Paikea Tours Corporate name: Paikea SPA Registered Office: Simon Paoa S/N, Easter Island, Chile Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): RUT 77657765-0 Contact information Email: franath20@gmail.com Phone: 982308270
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Cancellations
Vai Kia Kia Street
