

Best for intermediate divers, 15-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
El Moai is a distinctive dive site located off Easter Island, featuring a submerged moai statue that serves as an artificial reef. The site encompasses a natural reef and cave system at depths ranging from 15 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Divers must access the site by boat, as it lies 500 metres from the shore. Conditions include moderate currents, surge, and swell, requiring intermediate skill levels and solid buoyancy control. Visibility typically fluctuates between 10 and 30 metres. Given the potential for intensifying currents and surge, divers should confirm local conditions with an operator before departure.
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The Moai statue at the dive site was part of the movie Rapa Nui and was submerged into Hanga Roa Harbor after filming.
Dive boats depart from Hanga Roa Harbor, with boat rides to dive sites taking less than five minutes.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
20-24°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
There is no specific species data available for this site.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate currents, surge, and swell.
The site ranges from 15 to 30 metres deep, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 500 metres from the shore.
The site is intended for diving, with depths starting at 15 metres and significant currents and surge present.
Diving at El moai in Hanga Roa requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at El moai in Hanga Roa. Water temperatures range from 20°C to 24°C.
Expect moderate currents at El moai in Hanga Roa. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at El moai in Hanga Roa typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.