

Best for intermediate divers, 8-40m, boat entry, mild current.
Secche del Fico is a boat-only site in the La Maddalena Archipelago offering a mix of cavern and drift diving. The topography features walls and overhead environments ranging from 8 to 40 metres deep, with an average depth of 15 metres. Divers encounter mild currents and visibility typically between 15 and 25 metres. Due to the overhead structures and significant depth, this site is suited for intermediate divers with appropriate cavern certification. Divers must manage buoyancy carefully to avoid entanglement and monitor depth to mitigate risks associated with nitrogen narcosis and decompression. A primary and backup torch are required for navigating the cavern sections.
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Sidemount systems are preferred to pass restrictions and walk from sump to sump.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
8-40m
Visibility
15-25m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-20°C
Current
Mild
The site ranges from 8 to 40 metres deep, with an average depth of 15 metres.
No, Secche del Fico is rated for intermediate divers and requires cavern certification.
Access is by boat only, as the site is located 1000 metres from the shore.
Hazards include decompression risks, deep water, potential entanglement in overhead environments, and variable visibility.
Divers should bring a primary and backup torch. Due to water temperatures ranging from 14C to 20C, a 5-7mm wetsuit or a drysuit is recommended.
Diving at Secche del Fico in Cala Gonone requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced, Cave. Always dive within your training limits.
Secche del Fico in Cala Gonone typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Secche del Fico in Cala Gonone typically ranges from 15 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.