

Best for beginner divers, 1-10m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Punta Spalmatore is a shallow reef and seagrass site located in the La Maddalena Archipelago. The topography features a sandy spit bordered by rocky edges, with depths ranging from 1 to 10 metres and an average depth of 5 metres. Conditions are generally mild with visibility between 10 and 25 metres. This site is suitable for beginners and offers both shore and boat access. Facilities at the location include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, air fills, equipment rental, a cafe, first aid, a dive shop, and boat charter services. Typical dives last approximately 60 minutes, and the site is well-regarded for snorkelling.
40.88800, 9.68500
The sandy seabed slopes gently away from the shore and is suitable for snorkellers.
Reached from the main road that joins the town of La Maddalena with the centre of the island, continuing along Via Guadiagellone and following the signs for Trinita, until the beach is indicated after the Santa Trinita Fort. The beach is also served by public transport.
No known hazards
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 10m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
14-26°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers.
The depth ranges from 1 to 10 metres, with an average depth of 5 metres.
Yes, Punta Spalmatore has a snorkel rating of 4 out of 5.
Yes, the site allows for both shore and boat entries.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Punta Spalmatore in Porto San Paolo. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Punta Spalmatore in Porto San Paolo. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 26°C.
Punta Spalmatore in Porto San Paolo typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Punta Spalmatore in Porto San Paolo typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.