Operator map entry for Scoglio di Tahiti; lists the site among Caprera short-distance dives and describes sheltered Caprera terrain with quick depth change.
Protected Caprera reef with a shallow top and deeper edge.
Protected Caprera reef with a shallow top and deeper edge.
Marine-park access is simplest through an authorized local boat operator.
Scoglio di Tahiti is a protected Caprera reef in the La Maddalena Archipelago, reached by boat and known for a bright sandy shoal, rocky relief, and a deeper outer edge with lively fish life. The site suits divers who want a clear-water Sardinian reef with a gentle opening, a scenic midsection, and enough relief at the edge to stay interesting without turning the dive into a technical route.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 35m
Depth Note
Shallow sandy top that rolls into a deeper rocky and gorgonian edge.
Best Season
Late spring to early autumn
Typical Conditions
Clear-water boat dive over sand and rock, usually calm enough for an easy first section before the site drops away.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Watch boat traffic, keep an eye on the deeper edge, and respect park briefings and access rules.
Access Restrictions
Protected marine-park site; follow park rules and operator briefing for access and mooring.
Legal Notes
Park permits and mooring are regulated inside the protected archipelago.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Scuba divers start over the shallow shoal and can work out onto the deeper rocky edge for barracuda, snapper, groupers, morays, and nudibranchs.
Freediving
Freedivers can stay on the upper shoal and the sand-to-rock transition without needing to push into the deeper edge.
Snorkeling
The shallow section can work well for snorkelers in calm water, with clear visibility and fish life close to the surface.
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
Operator map entry for Scoglio di Tahiti; lists the site among Caprera short-distance dives and describes sheltered Caprera terrain with quick depth change.
Operator snorkeling route page highlighting Cala Coticcio's clear water and fish life.
Official park page describing permits and regulated activities within the protected archipelago.
Official regional tourism page for Cala Coticcio/Tahiti on Caprera; confirms protected sea access and the site identity.
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