

Best for advanced divers, 39m, boat entry, moderate current.
Relitto Oued Yquem is a wreck dive located 1600 metres offshore in the La Maddalena Archipelago. This site is strictly for advanced divers due to its depth, which averages 39 metres. Access is by boat only. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents and the inherent risks of deep diving, including decompression requirements and nitrogen narcosis. The site is suitable for night diving, with typical dives lasting around 45 minutes. Water temperatures fluctuate between 14C and 20C throughout the year. As a deep wreck, this location requires careful planning and appropriate certification for technical or deep-water environments.
40.85320, 9.73510
The wreck is a significant site for naval archaeology, featuring structural elements like ship ribs, bolts, and the bow.
Accessible by boat from the Tavolara Diving Center in Porto San Paolo.
Recorded at this site
Depth
39m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-20°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
No, this site is intended for advanced divers only due to the 39-metre depth and associated risks.
The wreck lies at an average depth of 39 metres.
This is a boat dive located 1600 metres from the shore.
Primary hazards include the depth, the risk of nitrogen narcosis, and the necessity for decompression stops.
No, this site is a deep wreck dive and is not suitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Relitto Oued Yquem in Porto San Paolo requires the following certifications: Advanced, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Relitto Oued Yquem in Porto San Paolo. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 20°C.
Expect moderate currents at Relitto Oued Yquem in Porto San Paolo. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.