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Punta Meliso
Sheltered Leuca wall dive under the lighthouse.
Scuba DivingBoatIntermediate
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Local operator required
A local boat operator is the practical way to reach the bay site and manage the deeper wall sections.
Boat-accessed bay dive with a statue, colorful walls, and calm-weather appeal for a wide range of levels.
About Punta Meliso
Punta Meliso is a sheltered Leuca bay dive under the lighthouse, centered on a statue at mid-depth and two colorful walls that suit a wide range of certification levels. The appeal is the mix of dramatic coastal scenery, easy-to-read structure, and a classic Salento marine backdrop.
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Research Estimate At Punta Meliso
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AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentLight current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Punta Meliso?
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Punta Meliso Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
14m - 50m
Depth Note
The statue sits at about 14m, while public descriptions place the walls much deeper, around 50m on both sides.
Best Season
Year-round
Typical Conditions
Sheltered bay with two walls, a statue, and clear-water windows when the sea is calm.
Safety & Access At Punta Meliso
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficRestricted accessWaves
Safety Notes
Keep an eye on buoyancy around the wall and the statue. The site is sheltered, but deeper wall sections and changing bay conditions still call for a guide.
Access Restrictions
Use a local boat operator from Santa Maria di Leuca; the full site is not a casual walk-in beach entry.
Legal Notes
Punta Meliso sits within the Costa Otranto - Santa Maria di Leuca and Bosco di Tricase Park, so protected-area rules apply.
Local Intel For Punta Meliso
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A classic Leuca wall dive with a landmark statue, colorful walls, and options from easy profiles to deeper wall exploration.
Freediving
Freediving is only sensible in the sheltered shallows on calm days; the wall profile is really a scuba feature.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling can work in the protected bay on calm days, but the walls and statue are the main draw for divers.
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Wildlife at Punta Meliso
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Punta Meliso Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Punta Meliso Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
visit.puglia.it · Official Tourism
Official tourism page placing Punta Meliso inside the protected park area.
www.marina.difesa.it · Official Hydrographic
Hydrographic notice describing the bay between Punta Ristola and Punta Meliso as a refuge from certain winds.
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