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Getting there:
There are only 2 ways to get to Easter Island, both with Lan Chile, the Chilean airline, either from Santiago Chile or Papeete French Polynesia.
LAN was the first airline to open an air connection with the island in 1968. Boat was the only way before that!
LAN Chile has daily flights from Santiago Chile to Easter Island. Flights continue on to Papeete French Polynesia.
Lan Chile is a windsurfers/surfer friendly airline.
Starting at 450US$ to Mata Veri Airport (Easter Island)
When to Go:
Easter Island has wind and waves year round and catches swell from both the North and South but is more consistent in the southern hemisphere winter (May to September).
Wind is consistent year round from light trades to 30 knots plus.
No windsurfing rental on the island so bring spare masts for wave riding and a free ride board.
Where to stay:
Plenty of options from camping to high end resorts.
We stayed at Rapa Nui cabins that have several clean and convenient bungalows right by the ocean and close to town. For 2 to 4 people with kitchen starting at US$60 per night.
You will need a car on Easter Island, especially if you want to surf or windsurf. Car rental starting at $45/day. 4×4 are not mandatory.
More info at www.chile.travel and www.turismochile.travel