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Punta Arresto
Buoyed granite shoal in the Tavolara reserve with rich Mediterranean reef life.
Local operator required
The reserve rules and buoyed offshore setup make local guidance the practical default.
Offshore site in the Tavolara marine park with buoyed access, granite reliefs, and a drift-leaning scuba profile.
About Punta Arresto
Punta Arresto is a buoyed granite shoal in the Tavolara marine protected area, with Posidonia slopes, coralligenous patches, and dramatic light across a route that rewards steady buoyancy and careful marine-life scanning.
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Research Estimate At Punta Arresto
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessSimple entry
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentModerate current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Punta Arresto?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Punta Arresto Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
3m - 35m
Depth Note
The shallow relief rises to about 3m below the surface, with the near-side buoy starting just over 10m and the outer route reaching 35m.
Best Season
Late spring through early autumn, especially on calm, bright days when the water and light are at their best.
Typical Conditions
Drift-leaning scuba on a buoyed offshore shoal, with granite pinnacles, Posidonia, and clear contrasts on calm days.
Safety & Access At Punta Arresto
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Restricted accessStrong current
Safety Notes
Use a guided boat dive, listen carefully to the current briefing, and keep buoyancy tight over the granite ridges and Posidonia.
Access Restrictions
Inside a regulated marine protected area, so access follows the buoyed dive-zone rules and local-operator procedures.
Legal Notes
Private diving is allowed in the designated zone, but the site is still governed by marine-park rules and the buoy system.
Local Intel For Punta Arresto
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best as a guided boat dive. The operator can pick the calmer route, and the full site rewards controlled trim and relaxed sightseeing.
Freediving
Not the primary use case. The buoyed offshore setup and route complexity make scuba the better fit.
Snorkeling
Surface snorkeling can work on very calm days near the crest, but the site is mainly a scuba dive.
Wildlife at Punta Arresto
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Punta Arresto
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Punta Arresto
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
