

Best for beginner divers, 18m, boat entry, mild current.
The Relitto del Croesus is a shipwreck located within the Portofino Marine Park, resting at a consistent depth of 18 metres. This site is accessible by boat and is suitable for beginner divers. The wreck structure serves as an artificial reef, though visibility varies significantly between 10 and 30 metres. Divers should be aware of mild currents and potential surge or swell conditions. Due to the nature of the wreckage, there are entanglement risks when navigating the structure. Water temperatures range from 14C to 22C, with a thermocline sometimes present at greater depths during summer months. Typical dive times at this location are approximately 50 minutes.
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The dive requires the presence of accompanying persons registered with the Liguria Region as it is inside the Portofino Natural Marine Protected Area.
The site is located in the bay of San Fruttuoso between Camogli and Portofino.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
18m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-22°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the wreck sits at a constant depth of 18 metres, making it an accessible site for newly certified divers with an Open Water qualification.
The site is located 274 metres from the shore and requires boat access.
The wreck rests at a constant depth of 18 metres.
The dive centre at the marina provides changing rooms, showers, a rinse station, and air fills.
Divers should watch for entanglement risks within the wreck structure and be prepared for variable visibility and potential surge or swell conditions.
Diving at Relitto del Croesus in Santa Margherita Ligure requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Relitto del Croesus in Santa Margherita Ligure are April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Relitto del Croesus in Santa Margherita Ligure typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Relitto del Croesus in Santa Margherita Ligure typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.