naturalistic
archaeological
Naturalistic and archaeological
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OUTSIDE THE GROTTOES
Baptism by water
This dive can start from a boat, thanks to the reference provided by a small section of rock that protrudes above the surface. The seabed, which provides shelter to any fish that may be frightened by visitors, is predominantly sandy; the initial part surrounded by large clumps of sea grass, gives way to a bare section at the depth of 12 m. The rocks on the left feature channels, crevices, small caves, and even a connecting tunnel. You will encounter ravines abounding with encrusting sponges and plant life. A pathway made up of landslides of boulders can be found to the south, at a depth of 5 m. Safety stop along the way.
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Cala Minnola
Amphorae in the sea grass
In the water off Cala Minnola, at just a few dozen metres from Punta Albarella, a Roman shipwreck can be found at a depth of 27 to 30 m. The wreck features the remains of a shipload of amphorae (fifty), as well as numerous fragments of black painted pottery (used on-board), which have remained in their original location on the seabed.
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PUNTA FALCONIERA
The archaeological and naturalistic dive
The northern tip of Punta Falconiera is characterised by a rocky wall that is interrupted to the east, at a depth of about 15 m, by a sandy valley with banks of sea grass. In this direction, you will descend to a depth of about 30 m, where you will encounter a steep slope made up of sand and organogenic debris. Following the guiding rope, you will come to a slightly sloping plateau at a depth of 20 m. Continuing southward, you will descend to a depth of 30 m, where the seabed consists of a series of sloping steps with large isolated rocks and banks of sea grass, while beyond the escarpment the sea floor is sandy and covered by debris. Nearby, you will find a rocky wall covered by crevices that you can follow to reach the dive’s end point.