Official tourism listing that names Immersione La Calcarella in the Golfo Aranci dive map.
Boat-access wall and pinnacle at La Calcarella
Boat-access wall and pinnacle at La Calcarella
A local operator handles the boat drop, picks the line, and keeps the group matched to certification.
La Calcarella is a boat-access wall and pinnacle dive in Golfo Aranci that rewards route choice more than brute depth. From the mooring you can stay on a manageable line or work the deeper structure if the team is qualified. Rocky cracks, sand, and small ledges keep the terrain easy to read while nudibranchs, moray eels, octopus, rays, grouper, tuna, and jackfish keep the dive lively.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
Up to 36m
Depth Note
Sloping wall and pinnacle profile with a reported maximum of 36 m; the mooring lets the team stay shallow or work deeper depending on certification.
Typical Conditions
Boat-access wall and pinnacle with rocky cracks, sand breaks, and a deeper side that opens up for qualified teams.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Use the shallow line for a relaxed dive, keep trim tight over the rocks and sand, and do not push the deeper side if the team or sea is not settled.
Access Restrictions
Boat access is the practical route; this is not a casual shore walk-in.
Legal Notes
Follow the marine-park rules that apply to the Golfo Aranci area and use the operator's mooring plan rather than improvising access.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Use the shallow side for a relaxed line and the deeper side when the team is set; the site is best when everyone keeps trim steady over the rock and sand.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive stop; the boat logistics and deeper profile make it more useful for scuba planning.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is only incidental here and only makes sense in very calm, shallow conditions near the top of the profile.
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 tourism listing that names Immersione La Calcarella in the Golfo Aranci dive map.
Protected-area context for Posidonia and coralligenous habitats in the wider MPA.
Boat-based operations from Golfo Aranci, gear rental, and area-level terrain context.
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