

Best for intermediate divers, 12-18m, shore entry, mild current.
Grotta della Ficarella is a shore-entry cave and cavern site located near San Vito lo Capo. The topography features a series of passages and chambers at depths ranging from 12 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 14 metres. Visibility varies between 10 and 30 metres. The site is suited for intermediate divers due to the enclosed environment, which requires precise buoyancy control to mitigate entanglement risks. Currents are generally mild. Water temperatures fluctuate seasonally between 15C and 25C. Divers should carry both primary and backup torches to navigate the shadows within the tighter sections of the cavern structure.
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About halfway through the tunnel, the water changes from salty to fresh.
Located at the Zingaro Nature Reserve.
Recorded at this site
Depth
12-18m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
15-25°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
The site reaches depths of 12 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 14 metres.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the complex cavern topography and the associated risk of entanglement.
Access to the site is via a shore entry.
Water temperatures range from 15C in the winter months to 25C in September.
There is no specific data regarding the marine life present at this site.
Diving at Grotta della Ficarella in Castellammare del Golfo requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Grotta della Ficarella in Castellammare del Golfo. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 25°C.
The best months to visit Grotta della Ficarella in Castellammare del Golfo are June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.