Secchitello

Deep Mediterranean pinnacles with pelagic schools and black coral.

Boat Access
40m Avg Depth
55m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is located off the south coast of Ustica, at a depth of 100 meters. Known as The Secchitello, it’s considered one of the most beautiful reefs in the Mediterranean Sea. At approximately 50 meters, you'll find impressive pinnacles rising to heights of around 25 meters. Divers may encounter schools of barracudas, amberjacks, and seabreams inhabiting these formations. Amongst the gorgonias, large branches of Gerardia Savaglia can be observed adding to the reef’s unique character.

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Site Ratings

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

Plan Your Visit

deep divepinnacleadvanced onlycoral reefpelagic fishboat divewide angle

Marine Life

BarracudaAmberjackTunaGrouperSeabreamGorgonian fanGerardia SavagliaNudibranchSea anemoneCoral

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Advanced

Requires technical/deep dive certification due to depths exceeding 40 meters.

Hazards:
depthcurrentboat traffic
Current Strength:

Moderate

Diving Conditions

Water Temperature Now: 24.7°C

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