

Best for advanced divers, Up to 25m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Scoglio dell'Eremita is a wall and reef dive site located 30 metres off the coast of Santa Maria di Leuca. The site features a prominent islet that rises sharply above the sea, providing a vertical profile for divers to explore. The dive follows the wall northward in the shadow of the islet. Conditions are suitable for advanced divers, with depths reaching 25 metres and mild currents. Visibility at the site ranges from 1 to 10 metres. Access is possible via both shore and boat, though a boat is required to reach the site effectively. Water temperatures fluctuate between 14C and 20C throughout the year.
40.99500, 17.23610
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Depth
Up to 25m
Visibility
Up to 10m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Shore & Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-20°C
Current
Mild
No, this site is rated for advanced divers.
The site reaches a maximum depth of 25 metres.
While both entry methods are possible, a boat is required to reach the site.
Water temperatures range from 14C in the winter months to 20C in September.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Scoglio dell'Eremita in Polignano a Mare. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 20°C.