Dive-site story
Located off the uninhabited islet of Sparti near Lefkada, Skeleton features a complex system of fractured limestone ridges and overhangs. Divers navigate stepped rock shelves that plunge towards a sandy seabed scattered with boulders. Natural crevices along the reef wall harbor typical Ionian Sea marine species.
Steep limestone drop-offs covered in yellow encrusting sponges
Network of rock fissures providing shelter for macro life
Sheltered conditions typical of the inner Ionian archipelago
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Warmer sea temperatures and reliable dive boat operations coincide with the Mediterranean summer season.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mediterranean MorayMuraena helena | Common | ||||||||||||
| Common OctopusOctopus vulgaris | Common | ||||||||||||
| Dusky GrouperEpinephelus marginatus | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Yellow Aplysina SpongeAplysina aerophoba | Common | ||||||||||||
| DamselfishChromis chromis | Common |
Marine forecast
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