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Lampione
Lampione: remote pelagic boat dive off Lampedusa.
Scuba DivingBoatBeginner15m - 60m
PinnacleWall
Remote boat dive off Lampedusa with clear water, a deep wall, seasonal shark encounters, and strong pelagic life around the islet.
About Lampione
Lampione is a remote boat dive off Lampedusa with bright, clear water and a shallow top that drops quickly into deeper rock and wall structure. It is known for pelagic life, including seasonal shark encounters, plus turtles, groupers, barracuda, and tuna around the islet. The site is best treated as an operator-run open-water dive with careful buoyancy and weather planning.
Safety & Access
Site Conditions
Dangerous wildlife
Safety Notes
Grey sharks may be present in season, especially from July to September; use an operator, follow reserve rules, and plan conservatively for the wall drop.
Access Restrictions
Boat-only access from Lampedusa; this is a remote open-water site that should be dived with an operator.
Legal Notes
Lampione lies inside the Pelagie Islands MPA; follow reserve rules and dive with an operator.
Where Is Lampione?
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Local Intel For Lampione
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Remote boat dive with a rocky start, open-water pelagics, and a deep wall beyond the mooring.
Freediving
The shallower top can suit very experienced freedivers, but the site is best approached as an operator-run scuba dive.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is limited to the shallower top; the main Lampione experience is deeper open-water terrain.
Wildlife at Lampione
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Research Estimate At Lampione
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Avg. Visibility30m
Access4/5 · Simple entry
Coral4/5 · Healthy coral
Aquatic Life5/5 · Exceptional variety
Facilities2/5 · Limited facilities
