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Operator dive list including Motore dei Monaci in northern Sardinia.
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Motore dei Monaci
Small Sardinian wreck with clear water, eels, and a compact wall.
Local operator required
Park access and a boat entry make a local operator the practical default.
Protected-marine-area boat dive in northern Sardinia centered on a diesel engine, a short wall, and clear-water structure.
About Motore dei Monaci
Motore dei Monaci is a small Sardinian wreck dive north-east of the Islet of the Monks, centered on a diesel engine at the base of a short wall. Clear water, compact structure, and the shelter around the engine make it a photogenic stop for divers who like reef detail, eels, and a tidy wreck-like profile rather than a big wreck silhouette. Access sits inside the La Maddalena marine park, so planning and permit rules are part of the dive experience.
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Research Estimate At Motore dei Monaci
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Motore dei Monaci?
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Motore dei Monaci Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 22m
Depth Note
The engine is reached after a mooring or descent from around 5 m down to about 22-23 m.
Best Season
Late spring through early autumn, with summer usually clearest.
Typical Conditions
Clear water, a short wall, and shelter around the engine with little emphasis on strong current.
Safety & Access At Motore dei Monaci
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Restricted access
Safety Notes
Carry a light and check the permit requirements before going out.
Access Restrictions
Protected-marine-area permit required.
Legal Notes
Check the park permit rules before diving and use a licensed operator or approved access route.
Local Intel For Motore dei Monaci
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Boat dive centered on a diesel engine and short wall, with enough structure to keep the route interesting without becoming technical.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive site; the engine and wall sit beyond casual breath-hold range.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is limited to the shallow top of the wall; the engine itself is a scuba target.
Recent Logged Visits At Motore dei Monaci
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Motore dei Monaci
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
