

Best for intermediate divers, 15-20m, boat entry, mild current.
Punta dello Zenobito is a reef located 500 metres off the southern tip of Capraia. This boat-accessed site features depths between 15 and 20 metres, with an average of 18 metres. Visibility ranges from 10 to 30 metres, and water temperatures fluctuate between 14C and 24C throughout the year. While currents are generally mild, they can strengthen, requiring intermediate skill levels and careful monitoring. Divers should remain aware of the depth and stay close to the boat. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, bream, Mediterranean moray, common octopus, and various crustaceans. Guided tours are available through local dive shops to assist with reading site conditions.
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Current can pick up without much warning at the point, so brief your group on an upstream entry and keep a close eye on drift during the dive. A local dive shop on the island offers guided tours, which are worth taking on your first visit to read the conditions correctly.
The area is reached via hiking trails on the island of Capraia, specifically through the Piana dello Zenobito.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
15-20m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-24°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, bream, Mediterranean moray, common octopus, giant doris, Turkish wrasse, and various crabs.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the potential for strong currents and the depth of the reef.
The reef structure lies at depths between 15 and 20 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
This is a boat dive located 500 metres from the shore; a boat is required to reach the site.
This site is primarily a dive location due to the depth and current conditions, and it requires boat access.
Diving at Punta dello Zenobito in Isola di Capraia requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Punta dello Zenobito in Isola di Capraia. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Punta dello Zenobito in Isola di Capraia. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 24°C.
Punta dello Zenobito in Isola di Capraia typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Punta dello Zenobito in Isola di Capraia typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.