This dive site, Scoglietto - Franata Nord, is a captivating rockfall located north of Scoglietto di Portoferraio, Italy. Ideal for all levels, including beginners, the site's topography features a dramatic rockfall descending from 0 to 40 meters, though the primary dive area extends to 20 meters with an average depth of 10 meters. Its structure provides numerous nooks and crannies for marine life and offers straightforward navigation.
The site is teeming with diverse fish species, making it a vibrant ecosystem. Divers can expect to encounter scorpion fish, groupers, various nudibranchs, bream, salema porgies, and mullet, often present in large schools. Predators like barracuda and snappers are also frequently observed hunting in the area, adding to the dynamic underwater experience.
Scoglietto - Franata Nord is best visited during the warmer months of late spring through early autumn when water temperatures are comfortable and marine activity is at its peak. Its sheltered location and moderate depth make it an excellent choice for underwater photography, particularly for macro life and wide-angle shots of schooling fish. Both scuba divers and freedivers will appreciate the rich biodiversity and accessible depths.
