The coast off-season

March to November, without the crowds

Outside summer, Maitencillo, Cachagua, Zapallar and Papudo change pace: fewer people, quiet beaches and another side of the coast. What to know before going from March to November.

The good part

Empty beaches and long walks: the Maitencillo waterfront, the Zapallar promenade and the Pullally dunes are best without crowds.
Better surf: autumn and winter bring the most consistent waves. Beginners, always with a school.
Lower prices at places to stay and emptier parking lots.
Clear days after the rain, with the Andes visible from the hills.

What changes

Lifeguards

No supervision

The official swimming season runs from December 15 to March 15. Outside those dates there are no lifeguards.

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Hours

Many places open only on weekends

Check the hours on each listing before you go: you will see if it is open now.

Directory →

Dogs

Different rules in Zapallar

In Zapallar pets are banned from the beach in season; outside it the municipality allows them during restricted hours. Papudo bans them on its beaches.

Beaches and dogs →

Weather

Cold and wind

The water is cold all year and the wind picks up in the afternoon: bring layers and a windbreaker.

Weather and tides (Spanish) →

Updated October 15, 2026

Keep exploring

Calendar

Season events

What is coming up on the coast.

See calendar (Spanish) →

Map

Everything on a map

Beaches and places with "near me".

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Plans

Four beaches, one coast.

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