

Best for intermediate divers, 4-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Sifone on Elba Island is a varied dive site featuring a siphon passage, a wall, and drift conditions. The dive begins with a shallow siphon passage at 4m depth. Upon exiting, the seabed slopes down to a maximum depth of 30m, with an average depth of 22m. The topography includes a wall with numerous ravines. This site is suitable for intermediate divers and requires boat access. Divers can expect visibility ranging from 15m to 30m, with water temperatures between 14C and 20C. The overhead environment of the siphon presents a specific hazard, and typical dives last approximately 50 minutes.
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The dive starts by entering a siphon at a few meters depth, which leads to the west side of the island.
Anchor in a small cove on the south side of the islet.
Recorded at this site
Depth
4-30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-20°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jun, Sep
The site ranges from 4m to 30m, with an average depth of 22m.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the overhead environment of the siphon and the nature of the dive.
Access to this site is by boat only.
The best months to visit are June and September.
Diving at Sifone in Piombino requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Sifone in Piombino. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 20°C.
The best months to visit Sifone in Piombino are June and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Sifone in Piombino typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Sifone in Piombino typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.