This dive site offers an exceptional opportunity to explore the wreck of the Melania, a rare find in the Mediterranean due to its shallow depth, remarkable preservation, and significant size. Divers can navigate around the structure, discovering various nooks and crannies where marine life thrives. The wreck itself provides a fascinating historical landscape, standing largely intact and offering easy navigation for divers of all experience levels.
Beneath the surface, the Melania wreck teems with life. Divers can expect to encounter an array of colorful nudibranchs, including numerous flabellines and cratenes, alongside impressive huge fanworms swaying with the gentle currents. Larger inhabitants include octopuses, elusive moray eels, and groupers, often found hiding within the wreck's many ravines and sheltered sections.
The best time to visit this dive site is typically during the warmer months from late spring to early autumn, when water temperatures are comfortable and visibility is generally excellent. Its shallow depth makes it ideal for extended bottom times, perfect for photographers focusing on macro subjects, and equally suitable for freedivers seeking an accessible wreck experience. It's a fantastic spot for training and leisure dives alike.
