Cave entrance depth and the underwater sculpture on the site.
Shallow cave-pinnacle dive with a mermaid sculpture in Sardinia
Shallow cave-pinnacle dive with a mermaid sculpture in Sardinia
Pinacle Of Salidu is a shallow Sardinian pinnacle dive centered on a submerged rock and a cave entrance where an underwater sculpture of a mermaid embracing a dolphin marks the site. The dive is about slow exploration of the rocky outcrop and the short overhead section at the cave, with marine life gathering around the structure. It suits divers and freedivers who are comfortable moving deliberately and staying within buoyancy limits.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
13m+
Depth Note
Large cave entrance is at approximately 13 m.
Typical Conditions
Clear Sardinian water with a short overhead section around the cave and a rocky outcrop that holds scattered marine life.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Cave environment introduces an overhead area; use appropriate overhead procedures and equipment.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
The highlight is entering the cave to view the underwater sculpture and then moving slowly around the rocky pinnacle.
Freediving
Freedivers should stay conservative and avoid unsupported overhead penetration.
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
Cave entrance depth and the underwater sculpture on the site.
Gianni Salidu context and the Secca Salidu mermaid-cave framing.
Official Sant'Antioco diving-school listing and local operator context.
Local dive-center listing that names Secca Salidu as a preferred destination.
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