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Punta Persico
Punta Persico is a rocky boat dive with easy relief and night-dive appeal.
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Short boat run, simple rocky route, and variable visibility make Punta Persico better for relaxed scuba than big-profile diving.
About Punta Persico
Punta Persico is a boat dive on the Porto Venere side of the Cinque Terre coast, where a rocky ridge starts shallow and drops toward open water. The route is straightforward and usually dived as a clockwise circuit, with a small cave on the return and enough structure to make night dives worthwhile. It suits relaxed scuba divers who want a simple local boat run, fish movement along the slope, and a site that is easy to read once you settle in.
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Research Estimate At Punta Persico
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AccessModerate entry effort
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
CurrentLight current
Where Is Punta Persico?
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Punta Persico Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
6m - 20m
Depth Note
Shallow start with a small cave around 6-7 m; reported max depth varies from 20-24 m, so 20 m is the conservative baseline.
Best Season
summer
Typical Conditions
Light current, variable visibility, and a rocky profile that stays easy to follow.
Safety & Access At Punta Persico
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Low visibility
Safety Notes
Mind the rocky ridge and the small cave on the return leg, especially on night dives or in reduced visibility.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; the site sits inside the Cinque Terre / Porto Venere protected area, so local operator and park rules apply.
Legal Notes
Protected-area rules apply in the Cinque Terre UNESCO/AMP zone; check local briefing requirements before diving.
Local Intel For Punta Persico
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best for relaxed scuba and night dives on a rocky slope with a small cave on the return.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive site; the boat access and rocky profile make scuba the better fit.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is limited; the interesting structure sits beyond an easy surface swim.
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Punta Persico Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
www.lorenzosub.it · Operator
Route shape, depth range, marine life, and night-dive suitability.
www.parconazionale5terre.it · Official
Park trail context for Punta Persico and the managed Cinque Terre landscape.
www.scubaspotadvisor.com · Directory
Independent directory confirmation of the Porto Venere coastal location and shallow profile.
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