Due to the subtropical climate of Easter Island, with a high humidity and high temperatures throughout the year, there is a risk of catching Dengue Fever through the bite of a mosquito.
It is sensible to pack long sleeved shirts and pants that are light to wear as well as a good mosquito repellent.
Travelers are not required to have any vaccinations before traveling to Rapa Nui, though The World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines recommends that travelers get vaccinated for Hepatitis A, Typhoid Fever, Yellow Fever, Rabies, Influenza and Pneumococcus, Tetanus, Diphtheria, Hepatitis and viral triple vaccine.
Obtaining Travel Insurance is advised before leaving for your trip to Rapa Nui, this allows you to have peace of mind, no matter what may happen. Please visit our Travel Insurance page for more information.
Rapa Nui has a hospital that offers health care to residents and tourists. The Hospital of Hanga Roa does not have the funding of a larger hospital center, so while it is well equipped to provide basic health care it does not have highly specialized equipment available. If more specific or urgent care is required or patients have serious injuries, they should be flown to Santiago, Chile by plane.
Address: Simón Paoa St. – Hanga Roa
Tel: +56322100215
