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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THE RAS JEDIR SHIPWRECK
The shipwreck dive suitable for all skill levels
The shipwreck site is located almost at the centre of Cala Tramontana. The dive begins over a seabed 12 m in depth, which gently slopes down to a sandy plateau at a depth of about 7 m, where the outline of the wreck can be seen in the distance. The stern of the steel Libyan vessel, which was sunk in 2001, lies at a depth of about 18 m. Layout of the wreck: the stern lies to the north-west and the bow lies to the south-east.