Plongée à Easter Island (Rapa Nui) — Chile

Easter Island sits 3,700 km from the Chilean mainland in the most remote inhabited waters on Earth, with visibility exceeding 60 metres in volcanic-blue seas. A submerged replica moai statue serves as an iconic dive site, while volcanic caves and arches harbour endemic species found nowhere else. The isolation and Polynesian Rapa Nui culture make this a once-in-a-lifetime destination.

Score
64.0
Visibilité
30–60m
Température
20–26°C
Meilleurs mois
January, February, March
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Easter Island (Rapa Nui)
ChileSouth Pacific
64.0

SCORE

-27.1127°N

-109.3497°E

Easter Island sits 3,700 km from the Chilean mainland in the most remote inhabited waters on Earth, with visibility exceeding 60 metres in volcanic-blue seas. A submerged replica moai statue serves as an iconic dive site, while volcanic caves and arches harbour endemic species found nowhere else. The isolation and Polynesian Rapa Nui culture make this a once-in-a-lifetime destination.

Moai Meet the Deep Pacific

Visibility30–60 m
Temperature20–26°C
Max Depth50 m
Currentmoderate
2-Tank Dive$150
Best MonthsJanuary, February, March, April
CertificationOpen WaterIntermediate

Score Breakdown

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ML62.0CH55.0VIS90.0SV48.0TMP68.0DA62.0OP72.0TS82.0GT30.0VAL42.0CRD85.0SP72.0

Marine Life

62.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
52
Megafauna Encounters
45
Reef Fish Abundance
58
Macro Life
55
Endemic Species
88
Marine Life Diversity
62.0
Coral & Reef Health
55.0
Visibility & Conditions
90.0
Dive Site Variety
48.0
Water Temperature
68.0
Depth & Access
62.0
Operator Quality
72.0
Topside Experience
82.0
Getting There
30.0
Value & Cost
42.0
Crowding
85.0
Social Proof
72.0

Traveling with Non-Divers?

Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.

Activities for Non-Divers

moai sites (Ahu Tongariki, Rano Raraku)Orongo ceremonial villageAna Kai Tangata cavehorseback riding

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Ahu Tongariki
  • Rano Raraku quarry
  • Orongo ceremonial village
  • Sebastian Englert Museum

Non-Diver Score

9/10

Excellent for non-divers — they'll love it here.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifebasic

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber3700 km — Hospital Clínico Universidad de Chile Hyperbaric Unit, Santiago
Nearest Hospital2 km

Hanga Roa Hospital handles basic emergencies; no hyperbaric chamber — evacuation to Santiago (5-hour flight) required for DCS; dive very conservatively

Skill LevelIntermediate
Current Strengthmoderate

Top Operators

Orca Diving Center

PADI

4.7
80 reviews