Official Caprera tourism page on reserve status and park rules.
Caprera pinnacles boat dive with arches and fish.
Caprera pinnacles boat dive with arches and fish.
I Picchi is one of Caprera's signature boat dives, built around two pinnacles that rise to the surface and break into ridges, arches, and wall sections. Clear water, gorgonians, groupers, snappers, barracudas, and nudibranchs make it a strong scenic dive, while the route can pick up a little current and rewards good buoyancy and a planned line.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 45m
Depth Note
Two pinnacles rise to the surface; the dive starts over a sandy anchorage and extends to an outer shoal with an arch in the mid section.
Best Season
Summer through early fall for warmer water and the easiest visibility; the site can be dived year-round.
Typical Conditions
Weak current most days, rarely moderate, with a clear-water profile that suits planned routes.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
The pinnacles and arch demand buoyancy control, route awareness, and a clean return to the boat.
Access Restrictions
Caprera is a protected marine-park area, so confirm the day's allowed route and follow park rules.
Legal Notes
Some parts of Caprera are under top environmental protection; respect the national park regulations and any restricted zones.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Well suited to guided scuba with controlled buoyancy through pinnacles, arches, and the outer shoal.
Freediving
Not a freedive-first site; the boat setup and depth make it a scuba choice.
Snorkeling
Not a practical snorkel site for most visitors; the interesting features sit below the surface.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Official Caprera tourism page on reserve status and park rules.
Operator page for I Picchi with depth, visibility, and seasonal water temperature.
Editorial Caprera article that mentions I Picchi and pelagic fish on north-facing dives.
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