

Best for intermediate divers, 10-40m, boat entry, moderate current.
Altare is a marine dive site located 1500 metres off the coast of Portofino, Italy. The site features a complex topography consisting of a reef, wall, drop-off, and pinnacle. Divers typically explore between 10 and 40 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Access is by boat only. Conditions vary, with visibility ranging from 5 to 25 metres and moderate currents present. The site is suitable for intermediate divers and supports night diving. Hazards include boat traffic, cold water, decompression, deep water, low visibility, nitrogen narcosis, sharp coral, strong currents, and thermoclines. Water temperatures fluctuate between 14C and 18C throughout the year.
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Depth
10-40m
Visibility
5-25m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-18°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
40 min
The site ranges from 10 to 40 metres deep, with an average depth of 20 metres.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers.
Access to this site is by boat only, located 1500 metres from the shore.
The site is designated for diving and requires boat access, with depths starting at 10 metres.
Divers should be aware of boat traffic, cold water, decompression, deep water, low visibility, nitrogen narcosis, sharp coral, strong currents, and thermoclines.
Diving at Altare in Rapallo requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Altare in Rapallo. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 18°C.
Expect moderate currents at Altare in Rapallo. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Altare in Rapallo typically ranges from 5 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.