

Best for beginner divers, 20-25m, boat entry, moderate current.
Scoglio della Cernia is a reef dive located in the Tremiti Islands, Italy. The site sits at depths between 20 and 25 metres and requires boat access. Divers encounter moderate currents, necessitating good buoyancy control. Visibility at the site ranges from 10 to 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 13 and 21 degrees Celsius throughout the year, requiring appropriate thermal protection. A notable hazard at this site is the presence of stonefish on the reef. Divers should maintain neutral buoyancy to avoid contact with the seabed and refrain from touching the rocks to prevent accidental encounters with these fish.
42.13120, 15.50725
Watch where you place your hands and knees on the reef, as stonefish are a listed hazard here and are easy to miss against rocky substrate. Confirm boat operator availability and any facility arrangements locally before your trip, as nothing is confirmed on-site.
Exit requires careful coordination with surface support due to the rocky shoreline exposure.
Recorded at this site
Depth
20-25m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-21°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers, though the moderate current requires good buoyancy control.
The site reaches depths of 20 to 25 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat is required to access the site.
Stonefish are present on the reef. Divers must maintain neutral buoyancy and avoid touching the rocks to prevent contact with them.
Diving at Scoglio della Cernia in Isole Tremiti requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Scoglio della Cernia in Isole Tremiti. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 21°C.
The best months to visit Scoglio della Cernia in Isole Tremiti are June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Scoglio della Cernia in Isole Tremiti. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Scoglio della Cernia in Isole Tremiti typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.