How to Get to Quintay
And some of the best things you can do once you’re there!
Door-to-Door Transfers
AustralDivers transport
If you don’t have your own vehicle, we offer comfortable and safe alternatives:
From Santiago to Quintay (round trip): $200,000 CLP (up to 4 passengers). From Valparaíso to Quintay (round trip): $100,000 CLP (up to 4 passengers).
Ideal for small groups or families who want to travel hassle-free.
You can add this service when making your reservation.
How to Book Your Transfer
Request it when making your accommodation or dive trip reservation.
We’ll confirm in advance to ensure availability.
The price is per complete vehicle, not per person.mpleto, no por persona.
Useful Tips
Keep in mind that in Quintay, app-based transportation signal is limited.
Direct service is the fastest and safest option to arrive on time for your activities.
WE HAVE OPTIONS FOR EVERYONE
Bus Transfers and App
Here are some tips and the best alternatives you can use to get to Quintay without a car, whether you’re coming from Santiago or Valparaíso.
Check shared taxi schedules, as they may vary, especially in low season.
Bring enough cash, as in Quintay and shared transport, cards aren’t always accepted.
Transportation Apps
Using a ride-sharing app is the most comfortable option, especially if traveling in groups. A vehicle for up to four passengers costs around $110,000 CLP per trip from Santiago. From Valparaíso, it’s around $35,000 CLP per trip.
Shared Transport
From Avenida Argentina in Valparaíso, there are shared cars among strangers. The fare per passenger is less than $4,000 CLP, they’re safe and available with departures throughout the day.
Buses to Valparaíso
If you’re in Santiago, a good option might be taking a bus to Valparaíso. Tickets cost around $8,000 CLP per trip, and from the Valparaíso terminal, you can easily get a ride with a digital app or shared car to Quintay.
Hiking Maps
See some nearby places we recommend visiting.
A viewpoint near town
Cerro la Guadaña (~1 km)
Long route through coastal area, with ups and downs. Includes views of the town, la Isla sector, possibility of spotting seabirds.
Looking for a small, quiet beach?
Playa Chica (~2 km)
Path from the police station, wooden trail in parts, light forest, gentle slope at the end. Ends at a small beach and natural rock.
Looking for a long beach to go with friends?
Playa Grande (~6 km)
You can drive there in less than ten minutes, or walk almost an hour to arrive. It’s a long white sand beach where you can practice sports or relax.
The Best Restaurants in Quintay
Quintay is famous for its gastronomy, we share our best picks.
Innovative and Delicious
Bahía Campo
A more modern and welcoming proposal, with signature marine cuisine that mixes tradition and creativity, ideal for those seeking something different.
Local Cuisine
Caleté
A restaurant that has made a name for itself in Quintay with its fresh and contemporary proposal. Its specialty is seafood cuisine. It’s an excellent option for those seeking a gastronomic experience without losing the coastal essence.
A Boutique Café
La Karnada (AustralDivers Café)
AustralDivers café, located right in front of the sea, is ideal for those seeking a relaxing moment before or after diving. It offers breakfasts, sandwiches, and a selection of homemade pastries that perfectly complement a good coffee. It’s the closest spot to enjoy something delicious without leaving the epicenter of Quintay’s nautical activity.
Chilean and Peruvian
La Caracola
Classic cove restaurant, famous for its fresh fish and seafood in simple and abundant preparations, with direct sea views.
Educational Visit to Former Whaling Museum
An incredible place that constitutes a piece of history we must not forget.
A Place to Remember
Quintay Whaling Museum
Visiting the former Quintay whaling station is an intense and moving experience. This place commemorates one of the harshest stages of our maritime history: whale hunting and processing. Its facilities, now silent, show the harshness of an activity that deeply marked the community and the ocean.
It’s not a light tourism site: it can be sad or even shocking for many visitors. We recommend going with a reflective mindset and prepared to face a message that seeks to raise awareness about humanity’s relationship with the sea and the importance of protecting it.
Even with the harshness of its history, it’s an incredible place that invites thinking, valuing marine life, and understanding why conservation is so urgent today.
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