

Best for intermediate divers, 12-38m, boat entry, mild current.
Secca di Santa Caterina is a complex site featuring a reef, pinnacle, and cave system located 2000 metres off the coast of Villasimius. The site is suitable for intermediate divers, with depths ranging from 12 to 38 metres and an average depth of 15 metres. Access is by boat only. Divers encounter mild currents and visibility typically between 15 and 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 15C and 19C throughout the year. Species recorded around this area include European common cuttlefish, Mediterranean moray, common octopus, Turkish wrasse, European parrotfish, various bream species, painted comber, tompot blenny, and castagnole. Hazards include sharp coral and the potential for strong currents.
39.10133, 9.50125
The site features two modern anchors and a lead stock dating back to the Roman Age.
Boat access from Villasimius.
Recorded at this site
Depth
12-38m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-19°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Species recorded around this area include European common cuttlefish, Mediterranean moray, common octopus, Turkish wrasse, European parrotfish, various bream species, painted comber, tompot blenny, and castagnole.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers.
The depth ranges from 12 to 38 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
No, boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 2000 metres from the shore.
The site is primarily a dive location with depths starting at 12 metres, making it less suitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Secca di Santa Caterina in Villasimius requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Secca di Santa Caterina in Villasimius. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 19°C.
The best months to visit Secca di Santa Caterina in Villasimius are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Secca di Santa Caterina in Villasimius typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Secca di Santa Caterina in Villasimius typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.