

Best for beginner divers, 5-12m, shore entry, mild current.
Portalga is a shore-entry reef dive located in Santa Maria di Leuca, Italy. Suitable for beginners, the site features depths ranging from 5 to 12 metres with mild currents. Visibility typically spans 5 to 10 metres. The reef environment supports a variety of local marine life and invertebrates. Divers should exercise caution during shore entry to avoid sharp coral and rocks. The site is accessible year-round and permits night diving, with water temperatures fluctuating between 14C and 26C. Typical dive duration is 45 minutes. Divers are advised to monitor buoyancy closely to avoid contact with the reef structure.
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The most interesting area is on the left just outside the cove, although it is highly exposed to north-west wind.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
5-12m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
14-26°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its manageable depths of 5 to 12 metres and mild currents.
The reef habitat supports a variety of reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region.
Access is via a shore entry. Use caution and wear appropriate footwear to avoid cuts from sharp coral and rocks.
Yes, the shallow depths of 5 to 12 metres make this site accessible for snorkelling.
The site ranges from 5 to 12 metres in depth.
Diving at Portalga in Monopoli requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Portalga in Monopoli. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 26°C.
The best months to visit Portalga in Monopoli are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Portalga in Monopoli typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Portalga in Monopoli typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.