

Best for beginner divers, 9-20m, boat entry, moderate current.
Lobera de Curaumilla is a marine reef site located near Valparaíso, Chile, accessible only by boat. The site features depths ranging from 9 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 16 metres. Divers should expect moderate currents and surge, with visibility typically between 5 and 10 metres. Water temperatures are cold, ranging from 13C to 15C, and dry suits are strongly recommended for all dives. Species recorded around this area include South American sea lions, sea stars, crabs, camel shrimp, snails, kelpfish, and triplefins. This site is suitable for beginners.
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Bring a torch even for daytime dives to illuminate the darker crevices within wreck structures where seahorses and colourful invertebrates hide.
Boat access is required.
Recorded at this site
Depth
9-20m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-15°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun
Species recorded around this area include South American sea lions, sea stars, crabs, camel shrimp, snails, kelpfish, and triplefins.
Yes, the site is classified as suitable for beginner divers.
The depth ranges from 9 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 16 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat is required to access the site.
Divers encounter moderate currents and surge, with visibility between 5 and 10 metres and water temperatures between 13C and 15C.
Diving at Lobera de Curaumilla in Valparaiso requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Lobera de Curaumilla in Valparaiso. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 15°C.
The best months to visit Lobera de Curaumilla in Valparaiso are April, May, and June. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.