

Best for intermediate divers, 3-37m, boat entry, moderate current.
Capo Fonza offers a diverse underwater landscape featuring a shallow reef, a substantial wall, and a cave system. Located 100 metres from shore, the site reaches depths between 3 and 37 metres, making it suitable for intermediate divers. Visibility ranges from 15 to 40 metres, providing clear views of the wall face. Divers must manage moderate currents and be prepared for overhead environments within the cave sections. Access is strictly by boat, and surface conditions require vigilance due to boat traffic. Water temperatures fluctuate between 14C and 20C throughout the year. Proper buoyancy control is essential to navigate the varied topography safely.
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Time your dive around slack water to manage the moderate current, and check with your boat operator on the day as conditions shift noticeably with wind and tide. Bring a torch for the cave sections even on a daytime dive, and confirm boat traffic patterns with your skipper before surfacing.
The sandbank is approximately one hundred metres from the coast of Capo Fonza.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-37m
Visibility
15-40m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-20°C
Current
Moderate
The site features a varied topography that drops from 3 metres down to 37 metres.
No, Capo Fonza is rated for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate currents, significant depths, and overhead cave environments.
Access to Capo Fonza is by boat only, as the site is located 100 metres from the shore.
Yes, the site is open to both diving and snorkelling activities, though boat access is required.
Hazards include moderate currents, deep water, overhead cave environments, and boat traffic near the surface.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Capo Fonza in Campo nell'Elba. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 20°C.
Expect moderate currents at Capo Fonza in Campo nell'Elba. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Capo Fonza in Campo nell'Elba typically ranges from 15 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.