

Best for intermediate divers, 3-40m, boat entry, moderate current.
Secca della Colombara is a prominent open-sea shoal located 500 metres off the coast of Ustica. This diverse site features a combination of reef, wall, and wreck topography, with depths ranging from 3 to 40 metres and an average depth of 20 metres. Divers and snorkellers can expect visibility between 15 and 30 metres. Due to the location, boat access is required, and visitors should be prepared for moderate currents, which can occasionally become strong. The site is suitable for intermediate divers and offers opportunities for night diving. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, Mediterranean moray, dusky grouper, and great barracuda.
38.72937, 13.18115
The west slope is the most beautiful part of the reef.
Accessible only by ferry from Palermo.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-40m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-20°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jun, Oct
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, Mediterranean moray, dusky grouper, great barracuda, common octopus, and various nudibranchs such as the Mediterranean violet aeolid.
The site is rated for intermediate divers due to the potential for strong currents and the depth range.
The depth ranges from 3 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Yes, Secca della Colombara is located 500 metres offshore, and a boat is required to reach the site.
Yes, the site is well-suited for snorkelling and holds a high rating for the activity.
The best months for diving and snorkelling at this site are June and October.
Diving at Secca della Colombara in Ustica requires the following certifications: Open Water, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Secca della Colombara in Ustica. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 20°C.
Expect moderate currents at Secca della Colombara in Ustica. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Secca della Colombara in Ustica typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.