This dive site is characterized by massive granite boulders that form spectacular canyons, passages, and swim-throughs. The walls are covered in a dense forest of red gorgonians, giving the site its name. It offers a stunning underwater landscape with a good chance to see large groupers and schools of barracuda.
Isolotto Rosso
Spectacular granite canyons covered in vibrant red gorgonian sea fans.
Boat Access
22m Avg Depth
40m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Plan Your Visit
wall dive
Marine Life
Amberjack
Snowflake Moray
Nudibranch
Octopus
Honeycomb Grouper
Dentex
California Spiny Lobster
Barracuda
Red Gorgonian
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Features depths over 30m and potential for moderate currents.
Hazards:
currentdepthboat traffic
Current Strength:
Moderate
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