

Best for intermediate divers, 6-60m, boat entry, moderate current.
3P is a wall and reef site located off the Sanguinaires Islands in France. The topography features a significant drop-off starting at 6 metres and extending to 60 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. Access is by boat only, and divers should expect moderate currents that can strengthen, often resulting in drift dives along the reef face. Visibility ranges from 15 to 40 metres. Due to the depth profile and potential for decompression obligations, this site is suited for intermediate and advanced divers. Water temperatures are cool, ranging between 14 and 17 degrees Celsius, requiring appropriate thermal protection.
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Plan your descent with bottom time and gas limits worked out before you hit the water, as the depth here makes it easy to accumulate decompression obligation faster than expected. Book a guided boat charter so the skipper can read the current and drop you at the right point on the wall.
Located at the Hotel du Golfe in Porto Pollo, Serra-di-Ferro.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
6-60m
Visibility
15-40m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-17°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
The site ranges from 6 metres to 60 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
No, this site is intended for intermediate and advanced divers due to the significant depths and potential for strong currents.
Access to this site is by boat only. It is recommended to book a guided boat charter to ensure proper drop-off points relative to the current.
Visibility typically ranges from 15 to 40 metres, with moderate currents that can strengthen. Water temperatures remain between 14 and 17 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
Divers must manage risks associated with significant depths, including nitrogen narcosis and decompression obligations. Proper gas planning and descent management are essential.
Diving at 3P in Serra-di-Ferro requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at 3P in Serra-di-Ferro. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 17°C.
The best months to visit 3P in Serra-di-Ferro are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.