Cauldron of Death

The name is testament of those not making entry during the "calm". Surges come every 15 min to 18 minutes...you need to time them. They last 5 to 7 waves. If you find yourself returning during a "Surge" hug one of the walls. There is a 60 Ft vertical cave at the south west entry point, a one-at-the-time cave, with some turns, make sure you play the smaller swells. Go around the island in front. Big wall, some sun fish to play with. There is another dive to the north West. It's called the "Sunken Island". From Antofagasta, drive towards Juan Lopez, go around Cerro Moreno hills to Isla Santa maria, go south at the turn-off to Caleta Constitucion. Pass the scallop farm, south from there and climb the steep hill to the lava outflows (4x4 needed). Head west. This spot was also called "Spot 1" by the first divers, being the first of three spots (northen most) in that area. Anemone wall is "Spot # 3". You see the spot only if you get out of the vehicle. a 15 second walk awaits you to one of the nicest dives in this area Cauldron of Death is also known as Olla de la Muerte, Spot #3.