

Best for intermediate divers, 8-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Taccio Vecchio is a diverse marine site featuring a combination of cave, reef, and wall topography. Located in Lampedusa and Linosa, Tunisia, the site offers depths ranging from 8 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. Access is by boat only. Divers encounter moderate currents and visibility between 30 and 40 metres. The site is suited for intermediate divers, with typical dive times around 50 minutes. Species recorded around this area include Flying Gurnard, Great Barracuda, Common Octopus, Fried Egg Jellyfish, Rock Cod, Bream, Mauve Stinger, Flat Crab, Striped Red Mullet, various crabs, Wide Eyed Flounder, Mediterranean Cardinalfish, snails, and hard coral. Be aware of sharp coral hazards.
35.52521, 12.59883
The site is recommended for experienced divers.
The site is accessed by boat, which anchors on a large plateau.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-30m
Visibility
30-40m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
16-25°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Species recorded around this area include Flying Gurnard, Great Barracuda, Common Octopus, Fried Egg Jellyfish, Rock Cod, Bream, Mauve Stinger, Flat Crab, Striped Red Mullet, crabs, Wide Eyed Flounder, Mediterranean Cardinalfish, snails, and hard coral.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers.
The site ranges from 8 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 18 metres.
Taccio Vecchio requires boat access.
The site is designated for diving and requires boat access, with depths reaching up to 30 metres.
Diving at Taccio Vecchio in Lampedusa e Linosa requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Taccio Vecchio in Lampedusa e Linosa. Water temperatures range from 16°C to 25°C.
Expect moderate currents at Taccio Vecchio in Lampedusa e Linosa. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Taccio Vecchio in Lampedusa e Linosa typically ranges from 30 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.