

Best for beginner divers, 2-10m, boat entry, mild current.
Ciappa del Lupo is a shallow reef located 100 metres offshore in Cinque Terre, Italy. The site features a depth range of 2 to 10 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres, making it suitable for beginner divers. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility between 5 and 15 metres. The topography consists of Posidonia Oceanica meadows, which support various invertebrates, burrowing fish, and small fish. Night diving is permitted at this location. As this site requires boat access, divers must remain vigilant regarding boat traffic and are advised to deploy a surface marker buoy before ascending to ensure visibility to passing vessels.
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Boat traffic is the main hazard at this site, so deploy a surface marker buoy (a brightly coloured inflatable tube that signals your position to passing boats) before you begin your ascent. Facilities are unconfirmed, so carry everything you need on the boat.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 10m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-25°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
30 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow depth range of 2 to 10 metres and mild current conditions.
The site ranges from 2 to 10 metres in depth, with an average depth of 8 metres.
This is a boat dive; boat access is required to reach the site, which is located 100 metres from the shore.
The main hazard is boat traffic. Divers should remain alert for vessels throughout the dive and deploy a surface marker buoy before surfacing.
Diving at Ciappa del Lupo in Sestri Levante requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Ciappa del Lupo in Sestri Levante. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 25°C.
Ciappa del Lupo in Sestri Levante typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Ciappa del Lupo in Sestri Levante typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.