

Best for beginner divers, 13-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Secca di Bocche di Puglia is an offshore pinnacle and reef system located near Santa Maria di Leuca. The site features a cap starting at 13 metres, descending to a base between 18 and 20 metres. Beyond the main cap, the topography slopes down to an area of massoni, where an anchor measuring 4 metres is situated at a depth of 24 metres. The site reaches a maximum depth of 30 metres. Access is by boat only, and divers should be prepared for moderate currents and deep water. The site is suitable for beginners, with typical dives lasting 50 minutes.
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The open-water setting means marine life encounters vary with seasons and currents, making each dive unique.
The site is a submerged shoal off the Puglia coastline near Brindisi.
Recorded at this site
Depth
13-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-21°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
The site ranges from 13 to 30 metres deep, with the cap starting at 13 metres and the base of the cap at 18 to 20 metres.
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginners, though it involves deep water and moderate currents.
Access to Secca di Bocche di Puglia is by boat only.
Water temperatures range from 14C in February and March to 21C in August and September.
The associated dive shop provides toilets, showers, parking, and air fills.
Diving at Secca di Bocche di Puglia in Brindisi requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Secca di Bocche di Puglia in Brindisi. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 21°C.