

Best for beginner divers, 6-100m, boat entry, mild current.
Scoglio degli Altari in Lake Garda is a boat-access-only site featuring a diverse topography of walls, caves, and reefs. The site begins at a shallow 6 metres and descends to 180 metres, requiring careful depth management. Divers experience mild currents and visibility typically ranging between 5 and 10 metres. Due to the significant depth and cold water temperatures, which include a thermocline at 30 metres, appropriate thermal protection is essential. Surface water temperatures vary from 6 to 26 degrees Celsius depending on the season. Divers must deploy a surface marker buoy at all times to remain visible to local boat traffic.
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The site is located a few hundred metres from Isola del Garda, which is private property, necessitating boat access.
Access is by boat from nearby ports or via diving centres such as those in Torri del Benaco.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-100m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Current
Mild
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is accessible to beginners, though divers must plan their profiles to stay within their specific certification depth limits given the site drops to 180 metres.
The site ranges from a shallow depth of 6 metres down to 180 metres.
This is a boat-access-only site; a boat is required to reach the location.
Visibility is generally 5 to 10 metres with mild currents. Water temperatures vary significantly by season and depth, with a thermocline present at 30 metres.
Always deploy a surface marker buoy to alert boat traffic to your presence. Be prepared for cold water and monitor your depth closely to avoid exceeding your training limits.
Diving at Scoglio delgi Altari in San Felice del Benaco requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Scoglio delgi Altari in San Felice del Benaco are April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.