Regional project sheet with access, habitat, and species notes.
Boat-accessed rocky ridge off Savona with crevices and seasonal life.
Boat-accessed rocky ridge off Savona with crevices and seasonal life.
Boat handling and local positioning are the practical way to reach the site.
Secca dello Scalino is a boat-accessed rocky ridge off Savona that runs parallel to the coast. The ridge is jagged, full of holes and crevices, and broken by small sand patches and rock ledges that hold seasonal Mediterranean marine life. Plan for a controlled boat drop, careful buoyancy, and snag awareness around the rougher sections.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
16m - 24m
Depth Note
The ridge begins around 16 m and tops out around 24 m.
Best Season
Year-round, with the marine life mix shifting by season.
Typical Conditions
Boat-accessed rocky ridge with light current, good visibility, and plenty of crevices.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Watch for snag points in the rock and crevices, especially where old lines or nets are present.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only.
Legal Notes
The site lies outside protected areas and does not require a special permit.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
The interest is in the rocky ridge, holes, and crevices rather than a big vertical wall.
Freediving
Not a freedive target; the profile and access are better suited to scuba.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel site; the main features sit well below the surface.
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.
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Research Sources
Regional project sheet with access, habitat, and species notes.
Community listing with site tags and coordinates.
Operator listing with the site's depth band and boat access.
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