We track 17 dive operators in Valparaíso. 3 teach certification courses (6 PADI, 2 SSI). 1 run snorkelling trips. 1 offer accommodation alongside diving. Listings are ordered by Fin Rank: a published score for how complete and verified each listing is.
The 8 highest-ranked of 17. How Fin Rank works
| Rank | Operator | TripAdvisor | Try dive | Agencies | Website | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Austral Divers | 4.9(369) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
Which centres run each site, named on their own websites or confirmed by the owner.

Fin lists 17 dive operators in Valparaíso. 3 of them run certification courses.
PADI is the most common agency (6 centres), followed by SSI (2). CMAS also appear.
1 operator in Valparaíso offers accommodation alongside diving.
1 of the 17 operators we track run snorkelling tours.
Operators are sorted by Fin Rank, a 100-point profile strength score: contact details, what they offer, the dive sites they run, their Google reputation, whether the owner has claimed the listing, and whether their own website links to Fin. 0 listings here are owner-verified. The formula is published in full on the Fin Rank page.
Austral Divers Buceo en Quintay is a dive center located in Quintay, Chile. They offer diving services in the area.
Buceo Quintay centro PADI 5⭐️ is a PADI 5-star dive center located in Quintay, Chile. They offer a comprehensive range of diving services and courses.
ValpoSub is a dive operator based in Valparaiso that offers PADI certification courses and underwater tourism. The company focuses on the research and training of divers and provides access to local dive sites and shipwrecks.

Centro de Buceo Cinco Océanos is a dive center located in Concón, Chile. They offer various diving services and courses.
Formasub is a dive center located in Viña del Mar, Chile. They offer diving courses, equipment rental, and guided dives.
Cinco Océanos is a PADI 5 Star dive center located in Algarrobo, Chile. The operator offers diving courses for all levels, guided expeditions, and equipment rental. They also provide accommodation management and have an on-site cafeteria.
CaboSub is a dive shop located in Santiago, Chile. They offer a range of services including equipment rental and potentially courses and guided dives, as indicated by their classification as a sporting goods store with a focus on diving. They are operational and have a physical store with delivery options.
Tamarugo Dive is a dive center located in Concón, Valparaíso, Chile. They are rated 5 stars based on 11 reviews and appear to be operational with specific evening hours during the week. Their classification as a "Sports Activity Location" suggests they offer diving-related activities.
| 2 | Buceo Quintay | 4.9(326) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
| 3 | ValpoSub | 4.3(31) | none | none | PADI · CMAS | Visit |
| 4 | 4.7(15) | none | none | PADI · SSI | Visit |
| 5 | Formasub | 4.7(15) | none | none | PADI · SSI | none |
| 6 | Cinco Océanos | none | none | $80 | PADI | Visit |
| 7 | CaboSub | 4.5(43) | none | none | none | none |
| 8 | Escuela de Buceo Silencio Azul | 5.0(2) | none | none | none | Visit |
