

Best for intermediate divers, 30-45m, shore entry, mild current.
The Lazzaro Wreck is a shore-entry dive located near Taormina, Italy. The site features a wreck resting at depths between 30 and 45 metres, with an average depth of 40 metres. Divers experience mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Due to the depth and the presence of an overhead environment, this site is suited for intermediate divers with strong buoyancy control and air management skills. Guided tours are available and recommended for navigating the structure. Water temperatures fluctuate between 14C and 20C, making a 7mm wetsuit or drysuit necessary during cooler months.
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Guided tours are available at the site and are worth taking for a first visit, as a guide familiar with the layout will show you the best penetration points and help you manage bottom time at depth. Water temperature drops to 14C in cooler months, so a 7mm wetsuit or drysuit is advisable outside of summer.
Accessible from the shore via a steep sandy slope or by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
30-45m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
14-20°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
30 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the depth of 30 to 45 metres and the presence of an overhead environment.
The wreck lies at a depth of 30 to 45 metres, with an average depth of 40 metres.
Yes, the Lazzaro Wreck is accessed via a shore entry.
The main hazards are the significant depth and the overhead environment within the wreck structure.
Snorkelling is not recommended as the wreck lies at a depth of 30 to 45 metres.
Diving at Lazzaro Wreck in Lazzaro requires the following certifications: Deep, Tek. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Lazzaro Wreck in Lazzaro. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 20°C.
The best months to visit Lazzaro Wreck in Lazzaro are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Lazzaro Wreck in Lazzaro typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Lazzaro Wreck in Lazzaro typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.