Island in Valparaíso, Chile
Healthcare in Easter Island: hospitals, costs and insurance
Healthcare in Easter Island
Basic care only. Serious cases require medical evacuation to the continent, which is costly; insurance with air-ambulance cover is essential.
Hospitals for foreigners in Easter Island
| Hospital | Good to know |
|---|---|
| Hospital Hanga Roa | Island's only hospital; basic emergency and inpatient care |
Key facts
- Doctor's visit: $35,000–70,000 ($36–71) at a private clinic without insurance.
- In Chile: Private clinics in Santiago are among the region's best but expensive; public hospitals are stretched. Get travel insurance, especially for Patagonia and Atacama trips.
- Pharmacies: Cruz Verde, Salcobrand and Farmacias Ahumada are everywhere; many medicines need a prescription.
- Health spending: US$1,760 per person a year (2024); 3.3 doctors per 1,000 people (2023), World Bank.
- Emergency: Police 133 · Ambulance 131 · Fire 132.
Travel and health insurance
Travel insurance isn't required to enter Chile, but treatment for visitors is paid upfront.
| Insurer | Good for |
|---|---|
| SafetyWing Nomad Insurance | Monthly subscription for nomads and long trips; cancel anytime. |
| Genki | Health insurance for nomads, from a European insurer. |
| World Nomads | Trip insurance that covers many adventure activities. |
| Heymondo | Single-trip, annual and long-stay plans with a medical app. |
| IMG Global | Travel medical and long-term international health plans. |
Quick answers
What is the best hospital in Easter Island for foreigners?
Hospital Hanga Roa: Island's only hospital; basic emergency and inpatient care
How much does a doctor's visit cost in Easter Island?
About $35,000–70,000 ($36–71) at a private clinic.
Do I need travel insurance for Chile?
It isn't required for entry, but recommended: hospitals in Chile expect visitors to pay or show insurance.
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Sources
- World Bank: health expenditure per capita
- CDC Travelers' Health: Chile
- Corporación Nacional Forestal (CONAF)
- Servicio Nacional de Turismo (Sernatur)
- LATAM Airlines
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