Le Colonne di Carloforte

About this dive site

This dive site, Le Colonne di Carloforte, offers an intriguing underwater landscape mirroring its above-water topography. Rocks and outcrops create a series of gentle slopes, gullies, and steps, making navigation straightforward even for novice divers. The site's shallow depth and generally calm conditions contribute to its beginner-friendliness. There is no known specific historical information tied directly to the dive site itself, but the site's name suggests the rocky formations are a notable feature of the area.

The marine life at Le Colonne di Carloforte is exceptionally rich in smaller creatures, a haven for macro photography enthusiasts. A wide variety of nudibranchs, including Cratena peregrina, Flabellina, Vacchette di mare, Doridi tricolore, and Doride argo, are abundant. Colonies of sea slugs (Hervia, pink Flabellina, and dotted sea slug) further enhance the biodiversity. Colorful sponges and parazoanthos add vibrant color to the rocky formations. While larger fish are present, they are not as plentiful as the smaller inhabitants.

The best time to visit Le Colonne di Carloforte is during the warmer months (June to September) when water visibility is typically at its best and the sea is calm. The shallow depth and gentle slopes make this a suitable location for both snorkeling and freediving, though divers should always be mindful of checking weather conditions and respecting the marine environment. Remember to use appropriate buoyancy control to avoid damaging the delicate ecosystem.