

Best for intermediate divers, 22-45m, boat entry, mild current.
Secca di Miseno is a boat-access site on the Sorrento Peninsula featuring a combination of natural reef, wall, and artificial reef structures. The terrain spans depths from 22 to 45 metres, with an average depth of 30 metres. Visibility typically ranges between 10 and 30 metres, and water temperatures fluctuate from 14C to 18C. Due to the significant depth, the site presents risks including decompression requirements and nitrogen narcosis. Divers should monitor depth and nitrogen saturation levels closely. The site is suitable for intermediate divers and supports night diving. Facilities including air fills, changing rooms, showers, and guided tours are available nearby.
40.76667, 14.08333
Given the depth and decompression risk, arrive with a fully configured dive computer and confirm your gas plan with the dive shop before heading out. The on-site facilities include air fills, changing rooms, showers, and guided tours, so booking a guided dive is a practical way to navigate the site efficiently on a first visit.
Located off the Miseno lighthouse.
Recorded at this site
Depth
22-45m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-18°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the significant depths reaching 45 metres and the associated decompression requirements.
The depth ranges from 22 to 45 metres, with an average depth of 30 metres.
Secca di Miseno is a boat-access site and requires a boat to reach the location.
While the site is listed for both diving and snorkelling, the primary features and terrain are located at depths between 22 and 45 metres.
Primary hazards include decompression risks, significant depth, potential entanglement in reef structures, and nitrogen narcosis.
Diving at Secca di Miseno in Miseno requires the following certifications: Advanced, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Secca di Miseno in Miseno. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 18°C.
The best months to visit Secca di Miseno in Miseno are April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Secca di Miseno in Miseno typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Secca di Miseno in Miseno typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.