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Sassone

Villasimius, Sardinia, Italy
★ 4.0 (1 review)
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Beginner

Beginner-friendly site with a prominent stone and sandy bottom.

Boat Access
14m Avg Depth
18m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is ideal for those new to diving or looking for a relaxed introductory experience. The area features a prominent stone formation reaching a depth of 16 meters, offering a clear visual landmark for beginners. Below the stone lies a sandy bottom, providing a gentle descent and comfortable conditions. It’s a good location for first dives due to its relatively shallow depths and predictable seabed.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Famousness Well Known

Plan Your Visit

beginner friendlyboat diverock formationsandy bottomwide anglemacro photography

Marine Life

DamselfishOrnate wrassePeacock wrasseMoray eelOctopusScorpionfishSea breamSponges

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Beginner

Shallow depth, a clear visual landmark, and a predictable seabed make it ideal for introductory dives.

Hazards:
boat traffic
Current Strength:

Mild

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