Hiking in Orango - Biography of a Native Land

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1 our philosophy TE PITO O TE HENUA or MATA KI TE RANGI were the names given by the ancient Rapa Nui to their island. At this far end of the ocean, one of the inhabited locations furthest from any continent, its inhabitants gave life to a unique culture and defended the values of their native land, their KAINGA, to the death. The philosophy of Hangaroa Eco Village & Spa is grounded on the KAINGA concept that entails a profound respect for the Rapa Nui fatherland, which physically and spiritually nourishes the world that comes in contact with it. That respect moves us to care for its natural and cultural resources in the endeavor to contribute to their preservation and development for future generations of Rapa Nui. architecture The architecture of Hangaroa Eco Village & Spa pays homage to the Village of Orongo. Vestiges of that village can still be found on the western summit of the Rano Kau volcano. That is where the TANGATA MANU was chosen, the most important ceremony in the second period of the island. The village concept promotes a harmonic interrelationship between spaces, interwoven by a landscape design of native species where nature and construction blend. This is an integral tourism project based on an ecological, cultural and human sustainability and preservation over time. Each detail in the architectural design and the warm human service are intended to invite guests to be a part of an adventure where they will understand, admire, care for and preserve our land. Hangaroa Eco Village & Spa is a place where you find what it means to be human, where you find simplicity, the origins of man and the beauty of nature. It is an invitation to rejuvenate your soul while simultaneously gaining a respect for the nature and culture that surround us. It is an invitation to be both an active part and spectator of an age-old culture that continues alive. KAINGA native land TE PITO O TE HENUA navel of the world or center of the earth MATA KI TE RANGI eyes that look up at the sky RAPA NUI the big island TANGATA MANU bird man

2 location Hangaroa Eco Village & Spa is set in a privileged location on Easter Island, with an ocean view. It is on the main coastal road from the town, less than 1 km from the airport and just a few blocks away from the town s center. Guests can easily immerse themselves in the local community. PUEBLO HANGA ROA HANGA ROA Big bay

3 rooms Our rooms are made of noble and natural materials like cypress trunks, clay and volcanic rock. Guests can immerse themselves in a Rapa Nui habitat. Inspired on the idea of a cave, spaces are curvy, insular and organic. State-ofthe-art technology has been installed to control water and electricity consumption, minimize noise and electromagnetic fields, and heat or cool the environment as each guest likes. Each of our rooms has: a private terrace with an ocean view. a built-in twin couch bed (which may be used for children) a handmade clay tub and a circular shower integrated to the room design phone, Internet connection, built-in desk, safe and minibar. The main objective of the design of all rooms is to let guests rest. The decoration is minimalist, a mix of rustic elements and elegance. Lines are curvy and there is a large, hand-made clay tub in the middle of the room. The view from all rooms looks out onto the ocean and each room has its own terrace. Each of the rooms has a wash basin sculpted from volcanic rock and a wide and luminous circular shower. A bioswitch has been installed near the bed to guarantee the most restful sleep as it frees the environment from electromagnetic fields generated by electrical installations. The 75 rooms in the hotel are built on one single floor, adapted to the shapes of the land and sustainably integrated to the environment. The rooms are organized into two sectors: elevation to houses 43 rooms and elevation to rooms. KAINGA Native land MA UNGA Mount 69 KAINGA rooms measuring 484 to 527 sq.ft., 24 king beds and 35 twin beds. 5 MA UNGA suites measuring 797 to 840 sq.ft., with a curvy vaulted ceiling, guest bathroom and ample sitting room. 1 HANGAROA suite, measuring 893 sq.ft., for special occasions or lengthy stays. The ceiling is curved and vaulted. The room has a kitchenette with a breakfast room, a tub integrated to a private terrace and a large sitting room with a guest bathroom. ROOMS TYPE SQ.FT. NUMBER KAINGA Superior 484 and MA UNGA Suite 797 and HANGAROA Suite 893 1

4 rooms and events KONAMANA main room MANA U auditorium and theater NUNA A board room This room measures more than 4,305 sq.ft. and can hold as many as 300 people. All types of cultural and social events, work meetings, seminars and congresses can be held in this room. It can also be converted into a space for presentations by local Rapa Nui dance and music groups, for cultural seminars and courses. This space measures 1,012 sq.ft. and can be used for events for as many as 60 people. It is ideal for small special-interest conferences and for showing films to the Rapa Nui people. It will be open to the entire local community and there will be ongoing cine art cycles of films from all over the world. This forms part of the local community integration project. This room was designed for small meetings. It is circular and measures 344 sq.ft. The meeting table is oval-shaped and can sit 12. The room contains a 42 screen and Internet connection. KONA MANA Place of energy or power MANA U Thought NUNA A Group ROOMS TYPE Sq.ft. AUDITORIUM SCHOOL LUNCH/DINNER KONAMANA Main room 4, MANA U Theater + auditorium 1, NUNA A Board room

5 dining Hangaroa Eco Village & Spa is betting on the native cuisine that is a mix of international recipes with the Rapa Nui culinary delicacies. Guests are invited to enjoy a festival of flavors that changes daily, depending on the availability of products on local markets. POE RAVA Black pearl KALOA thought VAI KOA Water of happiness POERAVA restaurant KALOA pasta - bistro VAIKOA pool bar This is the main restaurant in the hotel. 110 people can dine in inside and 60 people on the outside terrace. It has a spectacular view of the ocean and a space in the center designed specially to hold culinary shows live, for groups or special events. It has a daily menu with a minimum number of choices. There is a large rock wall lighted naturally and several cyprus tree trunks, built-in counter, ceiling lined with crafted weaves of pine sticks that create a unique, sensory setting. This is the only space in the hotel designed in two levels. It has a total capacity of 70 people. It is sophisticated, yet minimalist. It has a lounge with chairs, Wi-Fi and magazines from all over the world. It is shaped like an organic snail and has the best view of the island sunset, making it the ideal place for group cocktails inside the hotel. It is intended to be the meeting point for guests and the Rapa Nui community. It is open to the local community. The main bar in the hotel emerges out of a park surrounding the slightly heated fresh water pool. An exquisite selection of cold appetizers and a varied cocktail menu are served there. Rustic, very warm, with a view of the ocean and the pool. The cyprus trunks in the center are imposing as are the weaves of pine sticks on the ceiling and green wall of plants behind the bar. The bar itself is a large central circular counter that complements the relaxing environment in this area. TYPE Sq.ft. CAPACITY INSIDE CAPACITY OUTSIDE COCKTAILS FOR POERAVA main restaurant 4, KALOA pasta + bistro 1, VAIKOA pool bar 1,

6 spa and pool MANAVAI spa This is a place of retreat where you can rest after long walks on the island. There are four treatment rooms, virtually in the form of caves, and a sand sauna where guest are covered with hot sand in imitation of the ancestral techniques of islanders that afford a bodily and spiritual cleaning. Of special note is the small Kneipp pool on the outside, very much like a Finnish sauna, and an outside area with two Jacuzzis. Guests can experience the most enriching range of therapies, massages and treatments, many of them using natural products from the island that aim at providing a profound relaxation, renovation of the soul and of the body. MANAVAI Rock green house VAI TEA Crystaline water VAITEA pool A single, large, fresh water, semi-heated pool in a park filled with the most beautiful native plants, flowers and trees from the island, and a spectacular view of the ocean. SPA Sq.ft. NUMBER RECEPTION 807 MASSAGE SAND SAUNA OPEN AREAS (Finnish sauna, 2 Jacuzzis and a multiple-use module) OUTSIDE KNEIPP POOL 1

7 other areas HAREVAKA reception and lounge This is the main house or reception area and lounge. The design is based on the ancient boat house, a construction that has the shape of an inverted boat, as seen in the rocky ruins of the island. When guests arrive to HAREVAKA, they look out onto the ocean. This area emanates a sensation of height. The light, smell of wood and earth and soft music fill the senses. There are two Cyprus trees in the middle of the area and a ceiling woven of pine sticks. A small bar at the service of guests make the lobby a place of entertainment and relaxation. HARE VAKA Boat house TIARE Flower Guest are welcomed with fresh juices and there are several sectors where they can wait while checking in. Check-in is, nonetheless, very fast and efficient. TIARE reading room AREA CAPACITY 3100 sq.ft. 60 people seated This is a unique area where guests can relax and read a good book, whether they brought it themselves or checked it out from the hotel s library. It is a small room conceived to provide intimacy. AREA CAPACITY 215 sq.ft. 4 people