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Dive Spot Guide•
Secca del Turco
Deep Capraia shoal with rocky relief and strong fish life.
Boat-only advanced dive off eastern Capraia; current can build, so it suits experienced teams that want a memorable shoal profile.
About Secca del Turco
Secca del Turco is Capraia’s signature deep shoal on the island’s eastern side near Cala Rossa. The rocky mound rises from a deep slope into ledges and a wall covered in sponges, spirographs, and tunicates, with barracuda, dentex, groupers, and snappers moving through the water column. Treat it as an advanced boat dive: the site is exposed enough that current can build, so a clean descent and conservative gas planning matter.
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Research Estimate At Secca del Turco
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessChallenging entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
CurrentStrong current
Where Is Secca del Turco?
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Secca del Turco Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
27m - 50m
Depth Note
The shoal is described as descending from 27 m to over 50 m.
Typical Conditions
Open-water boat dive with a quick drop onto rocky relief; usually very clear, but current can strengthen on exposed days.
Safety & Access At Secca del Turco
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Treat Secca del Turco as an advanced open-water dive with an exposed profile and occasional stronger current; keep gas and ascent margins conservative.
Access Restrictions
Private dives need park authorization and a booked dive; most teams should plan through an authorized local operator.
Legal Notes
Capraia's dive routes sit inside the park-managed system, so check permit and reservation rules before a private trip.
Local Intel For Secca del Turco
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Deep shoal dive starting around 27 m and dropping beyond 50 m.
Freediving
Not a practical freedive target; the shoal profile is geared to scuba rather than breath-hold diving.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkeling target except for surface support; the key terrain sits well below snorkel range.
Wildlife at Secca del Turco
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Recent Logged Visits At Secca del Turco
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Secca del Turco
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