

Best for beginner divers, 8-10m, boat entry.
La Caldera in Valparaíso, Chile, is a multi-faceted dive site featuring a wreck that functions as an artificial reef. The site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 7 to 12 metres and an average depth of 9 metres. Access is exclusively by boat. Divers should be prepared for cool water temperatures between 13C and 16C, necessitating the use of a wetsuit. Visibility at the site typically ranges from 5 to 10 metres. Hazards to consider include cold water, potential entanglement around the wreck structure, and surge. A typical dive duration is approximately 40 minutes.
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Deploy your surface marker buoy immediately upon descent as currents can carry you 400 metres from the entry point during a single dive.
Accessible by zodiac from the nearest landing point.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-10m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-16°C
Current
None
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Apr
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for all skill levels, including beginners.
The depth at this site ranges from 7 to 12 metres, with an average depth of 9 metres.
Access to La Caldera is by boat only.
Water temperatures range from 13C to 16C, and visibility is generally between 5 and 10 metres. Divers should be aware of surge and cold water.
Diving at La Caldera in Valparaíso requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at La Caldera in Valparaíso. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 16°C.
The best months to visit La Caldera in Valparaíso are April. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.