

Best for beginner divers, Up to 16m, boat entry, mild current.
Sunshine Cave is a marine dive site located in the bay of Giardini-Naxos near Taormina. The site features a series of large boulders and rocks, with a notable swim-through situated at a depth of approximately 10 metres. Historically, the cave served as a weapons warehouse during the Second World War. Diving here requires boat access, and the site is suitable for beginners, with depths reaching a maximum of 16 metres. Conditions are generally mild, though divers should remain aware of potential boat traffic in the area. Water temperatures fluctuate between 15C and 25C throughout the year.
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The Grotto Azzurra is considered a beautiful dive site due to the way light enters the cavern.
Access to the site is by boat from Taormina.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 16m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-25°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
May, Oct
Yes, this site is considered suitable for beginner divers.
The site reaches a maximum depth of 16 metres.
Boat access is required to reach Sunshine Cave.
The best months to visit are May and October.
Divers should be aware of boat traffic in the area.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Sunshine Cave in Taormina. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 25°C.
Sunshine Cave in Taormina typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.