

Best for beginner divers, 1-15m, boat entry, mild current.
Cala della Mortola is a distinctive reef site on Elba Island, notable as the only bay on the island featuring a sandy bottom. The site offers depths ranging from 1 to 15 metres, with an average of 8 metres, making it suitable for beginners and snorkellers. Access is exclusively by boat. Divers and snorkellers can expect mild currents and visibility between 10 and 25 metres. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, Turkish wrasse, castagnole, bream, two-banded seabream, striped red mullet, common octopus, Mediterranean moray, giant doris, cratena slug, fried egg jellyfish, mauve stinger, crabs, and tompot blenny. Hazards include sea urchins and stonefish. Facilities at the location include a cafe and toilets.
43.06610, 9.83170
The sand on the beach is only present during certain times of the year, typically deposited by libeccio storms.
The site is reachable only by boat as there is no accessible path for pedestrians.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 15m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-24°C
Current
Mild
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, Turkish wrasse, castagnole, bream, two-banded seabream, striped red mullet, common octopus, Mediterranean moray, giant doris, cratena slug, fried egg jellyfish, mauve stinger, crabs, and tompot blenny.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners with an average depth of 8 metres and mild currents.
The depth ranges from 1 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site as the land path is extremely difficult.
Yes, Cala della Mortola is suitable for snorkelling and holds a rating of 4 out of 5.
The best months are not specified, though water temperatures range from 14C in February and March to 24C between July and September.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Cala della Mortola in Isola di Capraia. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 24°C.
Divers at Cala della Mortola in Isola di Capraia should be aware of stonefish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Cala della Mortola in Isola di Capraia typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Cala della Mortola in Isola di Capraia typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.