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Dive Spot Guide•
Grotta San Francesco
Boat dive with a cavern finish on Caprera's east side
Local operator required
Boat access inside a protected park means a local operator is the sensible default.
A short boat ride from Cannigione leads to rocky swim-throughs, nudibranchs, and a cavern finish; best on calm, operator-run days.
About Grotta San Francesco
Grotta San Francesco is a boat-access dive on the east side of Caprera inside the La Maddalena park, where a short rocky route leads into a small cavern finish. It suits divers who like close-in scenery, nudibranch-rich rockwork, and a compact operator-led plan rather than a long open-water traverse. Expect octopus, groupers, dentex, and occasional tuna or dolphins when the water is calm.
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Research Estimate At Grotta San Francesco
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 30m
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentLight current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Grotta San Francesco?
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Grotta San Francesco Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 12m
Depth Note
A small cavern can be entered, described as starting around 12 m and rising to about 5 m.
Best Season
Summer months
Typical Conditions
Calm seas and excellent visibility in summer; the east side is best kept for settled weather.
Safety & Access At Grotta San Francesco
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
Includes a short overhead section when entering the cavern; use appropriate cavern/overhead procedures and maintain clear awareness of exit and buoyancy.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; park authorisation and suitable sea state are required.
Legal Notes
Diving in the park must be authorised first; follow local marine-park rules and boat operator instructions.
Local Intel For Grotta San Francesco
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A compact boat dive with a rocky opening and a small cavern finish. Best for controlled buoyancy and slow looking rather than covering distance.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive target; the route is better handled as guided scuba with a boat plan.
Snorkeling
Not a primary snorkel target; most of the interest sits below the surface and at the cavern finish.
Wildlife at Grotta San Francesco
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Grotta San Francesco
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Grotta San Francesco
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility30m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
