Best dive sites in Chile
South America · Pacific · 1 dive sites reviewed · best Year-round
Chile's diving sits in the remote South Pacific around Easter Island, where clear subtropical water meets a uniquely isolated marine environment. Divers can encounter mild reef, cave, and wall sites, including submerged moai sculptures, turtles, and sharks. The island's extreme remoteness makes diving here an adventurous, off-the-beaten-path experience.
Diving in Chile: the essentials
We've ranked 1 dive site in Chile, averaging 4.2/5 across the set. Our top pick, Easter Island (Rapa Nui), scores 4.2/5 — Cave diving with visibility up to 30 m, 4 standout species — a strong choice for experienced divers..
Conditions are strongest in Year-round.
A realistic travel budget in Chile works out to about $123/day per person — see the cost breakdown below for the full picture.
Local food
Empanadas, cazuela and exceptional fish from the cold Pacific, plus a pisco sour.
Local culture
Chile is orderly, Spanish-speaking and outdoorsy. Between the desert north and the Andean south, the Pacific is a seafood lover's playground.
Typical travel cost
Average daily cost per person
A one-week trip costs about $862 per person, based on real traveler spending.
Source: BudgetYourTrip — real traveler expenses, not a fixed rate.
Easter Island (Rapa Nui)
Cave diving with visibility up to 30 m, 4 standout species — a strong choice for experienced divers.
