

Best for advanced divers, 13-55m, boat entry, moderate current.
Secca Isuela is a prominent sea mountain located 200 metres offshore in the Portofino Marine Park. This pinnacle rises from a depth of 60 metres to reach within 13 metres of the surface. The site features a wall and drop-off topography, requiring boat access for all dives. Conditions include moderate currents and surge, with visibility ranging from 10 to 25 metres. Due to the depth, potential for strong currents, and overhead environment, this site is suitable only for advanced divers. Water temperatures remain between 14C and 17C throughout the year. Guided tours are available to assist with navigation of this deep reef structure.
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The site includes a smaller rock formation called Isuelita, connected to the main rock by a saddle at 40m depth.
Accessible via boat from Santa Margherita Ligure.
Recorded at this site
Depth
13-55m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-17°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
No, this site is reserved for advanced divers due to the depth, potential for strong currents, and the nature of the underwater environment.
The site is a pinnacle rising from 60 metres to a shallowest point of 13 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this pinnacle, which is located 200 metres from the shore.
Divers should be aware of boat traffic, moderate to strong currents, surge, and the risks associated with deep and overhead environments.
Diving at Secca Isuela in Santa Margherita Ligure requires the following certifications: Advanced Open Water Diver, Technical Diving Certification For Deep Sections. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Secca Isuela in Santa Margherita Ligure. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 17°C.
The best months to visit Secca Isuela 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.
Expect moderate currents at Secca Isuela in Santa Margherita Ligure. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Secca Isuela in Santa Margherita Ligure typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.