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Secca di Washignton

Spargi shoal with gorgonians and current-driven structure.

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Local operator required

A local operator is the practical way to manage the offshore Spargi drop and the current-sensitive route.

Boat dive off Spargi with a shallow start over granite, red gorgonians on the walls, and a route that gets more demanding when current builds.

About Secca di Washignton

Open-water Spargi shoal where granite boulders, red gorgonians, and a current-prone channel create a long, fish-rich boat dive.

Research Estimate At Secca di Washignton

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VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentStrong current

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Secca di Washignton Planning Details

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Reported Depth

6m - 25m

Depth Note

The shallow top sits around 6m and the main route runs in the mid-20s, with some longer route descriptions pushing deeper into the shoal.

Best Season

Late spring through early autumn, especially in calmer June-to-September windows.

Typical Conditions

Granite boulders, tafoni, red gorgonians, and an exposed channel with current. The dive is long and rewarding when the sea is settled.

Safety & Access At Secca di Washignton

Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.

Key Hazards

Boat trafficRestricted accessStrong current

Safety Notes

Plan for buoyancy control in current and keep the group together as the route opens into the channel. Treat the site as a boat dive that changes quickly with sea state.

Access Restrictions

Plan the dive as a Spargi boat trip and expect park-aware timing because current and local rules can shape the day.

Legal Notes

Follow La Maddalena park rules and any local operator procedures for boat access and site timing.

Local Intel For Secca di Washignton

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Scuba Diving

Best for divers comfortable with current-prone boat entries and a route that can feel serious even when the shallower start is easy.

Freediving

Not a casual freedive site. The best experience is with scuba and a planned boat drop over the shoal.

Snorkeling

Snorkel use is limited to the shallowest topography and only in very calm conditions.

Secca di Washignton Dive Conditions Planner

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Exposure Profile at Secca di Washignton

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Wildlife at Secca di Washignton

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Secca di Washignton Guide - Sources and Updates

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Research Sources

Guided boat-dive operator context for the Costa Paradiso and Spargi-style open-water sites.

Independent dive article with depth, current, visibility, and marine-life detail.

Official tourism page placing the shoal off Spargi and highlighting the red gorgonians.

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