

Best for advanced divers, 45-61m, boat entry, mild current.
The Relitto del Genova is a wreck located 2000 metres offshore from Santa Margherita Ligure within the Portofino Marine Park. Resting at depths between 45 and 61 metres, this site is strictly for advanced and technical divers. Access is exclusively by boat. Divers can expect visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres and water temperatures between 14 and 17 degrees Celsius. Due to the significant depth, strong currents, and heavy boat traffic on the surface, guided tours are recommended. Divers must monitor their depth gauges closely and manage gas planning appropriately for the deep profile of this wreck.
44.30833, 9.22555
An advanced certification is the minimum requirement, but the depth of the lower sections demands technical certification and appropriate gas planning before you commit to a full exploration. Book a guided tour through a local operator familiar with the site, as they can brief you on current conditions and manage surface cover against boat traffic.
Boat access required from Portofino area.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
45-61m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-17°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
This site requires advanced certification, and the deeper sections necessitate technical diving certification and specific gas planning.
The wreck lies at depths between 45 and 61 metres, with an average depth of 54 metres.
This is a boat-only dive located 2000 metres from the shore.
Key hazards include the significant depth, potential for strong currents, fluctuating visibility, and heavy boat traffic at the surface.
Diving at Relitto del Genova in Portofino requires the following certifications: Advanced, Technical. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Relitto del Genova in Portofino. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 17°C.
The best months to visit Relitto del Genova in Portofino are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Relitto del Genova in Portofino typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Relitto del Genova in Portofino typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.