

Best for intermediate divers, 5-40m, boat entry, mild current.
Capo Sant'Andrea Siphon is a technical dive site located on the east side of the Blue Cave within the Isola Bella Marine Park. The site features a complex topography of walls, reefs, and a distinct siphon cave system. Divers typically begin at 10 metres, descending along a wall to reach the siphon entrance at 30 metres. The route involves navigating through the siphon with torches, exiting at a depth of 22 metres. With depths ranging from 5 to 40 metres and an average of 25 metres, this site requires intermediate skills due to the overhead environment and depth. Boat access is required, and conditions include mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres.
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The site is perfect for the PADI Deep Diver Course as the bottom floor in front of the siphon allows for practice at 40m.
Reached by boat from the port of Giardini Naxos.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-40m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-20°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jun, Oct
The site ranges from 5 to 40 metres deep, with an average depth of 25 metres.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the presence of an overhead environment and significant depth.
Access to the site is by boat only, as it is located approximately 800 metres from the shore.
This site is primarily a dive location due to the depth and the nature of the siphon cave system.
Diving at Capo Sant'Andrea Siphon in Taormina requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Capo Sant'Andrea Siphon in Taormina. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Capo Sant'Andrea Siphon in Taormina. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 20°C.
The best months to visit Capo Sant'Andrea Siphon in Taormina are June and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Capo Sant'Andrea Siphon in Taormina typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Capo Sant'Andrea Siphon in Taormina typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.