This dive site offers wall diving in a sheltered bay, protected from prevailing winds. The seabed is sandy, and divers have the opportunity to explore an admiralty anchor, believed to be of Roman origin, resting on the bottom approximately 30 meters below the surface. This location presents an intriguing glimpse into maritime history.
Malepasso
Sheltered wall dive featuring a historic Roman anchor.
Boat Access
18m Avg Depth
30m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Plan Your Visit
wall divewreck
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Intermediate
The main point of interest, a historical anchor, rests at 30 meters, requiring an advanced certification or deep training.
Hazards:
depthboat traffic
Current Strength:
Mild
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