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Punta Sant'Angelo

Volcanic wall with gorgonians and red coral.

Scuba DivingBoatIntermediate
Local operator required

A licensed local operator is the normal way to organize access inside the protected area and handle boat logistics.

A deep Ischia wall on the Sant'Angelo promontory, best for divers who want color, relief, and a more serious marine reserve dive.

About Punta Sant'Angelo

Punta Sant'Angelo is a volcanic wall off the Sant'Angelo promontory on Ischia's southern coast, known for gorgonians, red coral, and a committed profile that suits guided local diving.

Research Estimate At Punta Sant'Angelo

Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.

AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentModerate current

Where Is Punta Sant'Angelo?

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Punta Sant'Angelo Planning Details

Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.

Reported Depth

30m - 50m

Depth Note

Public descriptions place the main wall band in the 30-50m range, with the deeper face dropping much farther.

Best Season

Late spring to early autumn

Typical Conditions

A steep volcanic wall with strong color, a deep profile, and enough current that sea state matters.

Safety & Access At Punta Sant'Angelo

Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.

Key Hazards

Restricted accessStrong current

Safety Notes

Treat this as a depth-and-buoyancy dive rather than a relaxed sightseeing run. Reserve rules and current make it a poor fit for improvised entry.

Access Restrictions

Protected-area rules apply, and the normal way in is through a local operator rather than a casual shore entry.

Legal Notes

Punta Sant'Angelo sits inside the Regno di Nettuno protected area, with strengthened reserve constraints reported around the promontory.

Local Intel For Punta Sant'Angelo

Community notes to help plan your visit.

Scuba Diving

Best as a guided wall dive for divers comfortable with depth, trim, and a live plan.

Freediving

Not a sensible freedive target; the interesting structure sits too deep for relaxed apnea use.

Snorkeling

The coastline is scenic, but the dive interest is too deep for snorkeling beyond a surface look.

Punta Sant'Angelo Dive Conditions Planner

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Punta Sant'Angelo Guide - Frequently Asked Questions

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Punta Sant'Angelo Guide - Sources and Updates

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Research Sources

Tourism source noting Punta Sant'Angelo in strengthened reserve zones of the Regno di Nettuno MPA.

www.edonischia.it · Operator

Local sports association page calling Punta Sant'Angelo a steep wall and one of the Mediterranean's top dives.

www.ischia.be · Tourism

Dive-site page with the 30-50m band, medium difficulty, current present, and good visibility.

www.ischia.it · Tourism

Tourism page placing Punta Sant'Angelo on the Sant'Angelo promontory and describing the volcanic isthmus.

Local diving article describing the Punta Sant'Angelo wall, gorgonians, and red coral at depth.

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