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Tourism page confirming guided access, the Christ statue at 18 m, and the reserve's benthic life.
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Isola Gallinara
Isola Gallinara: guided reserve dive with wrecks
Local operator required
The site is explicitly dived with authorized local guides, and the deeper point can turn current-sensitive.
Guided Ligurian Sea site with a shallow statue line and a deeper wall/cave line, best handled with a local authorized center.
About Isola Gallinara
Isola Gallinara is a protected Ligurian Sea reserve off Albenga, with guided dives around rocky walls, small caves, archaeological remains, and a Christ statue on the shallower line. The site suits controlled boat dives where buoyancy, route choice, and current awareness matter more than raw depth.
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Research Estimate At Isola Gallinara
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentModerate current
Where Is Isola Gallinara?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Isola Gallinara Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
18m - 40m
Depth Note
Public guides place the Christ line around 18 m and the deeper Punta Sciusciau wall around 30-40 m. Verify the exact line with the guide on the day.
Best Season
Year-round, with calmer summer windows and easier boat logistics.
Typical Conditions
Protected marine-reserve site with a shallow statue line and a deeper wall/cave line; expect strong structure, guided routing, and current on the deeper point.
Safety & Access At Isola Gallinara
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Overhead environmentRestricted access
Safety Notes
The island has historical ordnance and a wreck context, so do not treat this as an independent open-water entry. Follow the guide's route, especially on the deeper Punta Sciusciau line.
Access Restrictions
Guided dives only with authorized local diving centers; the reserve history and ordnance context mean this is not a casual self-serve entry.
Legal Notes
Follow the reserve rules and the local-authorization regime in force for the day. The site is a protected area with managed access.
Local Intel For Isola Gallinara
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Good for guided scuba on both the easier Christ line and the more challenging deeper wall. Keep buoyancy tidy around the sponges, caves, and archaeological structure.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is usually handled as a separate island tour or calm-water activity; the real dive interest sits below the surface.
Wildlife at Isola Gallinara
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Isola Gallinara
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Isola Gallinara
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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