Dive-site story
Situated along the dramatic limestone cliffs of the Portofino Marine Protected Area, Colombara features a striking wall dive descending over terraced rock into deep water. Dense stands of Mediterranean red gorgonians colonize the vertical overhangs and fissures, creating habitat for resident ambush predators and macro subjects. Open-water pelagics regularly cruise past the promontory point during peak summer months.
Steep wall topography adorned with red gorgonian sea fans
Frequent encounters with large, habituated dusky groupers
Deep fissures concealing moray eels, lobsters, and nudibranchs
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Late spring through autumn provides warmer sea temperatures, reliable boat charters, and peak marine life activity.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dusky GrouperEpinephelus marginatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Red GorgonianParamuricea clavata | Common | ||||||||||||
| Mediterranean MorayMuraena helena | Common | ||||||||||||
| European Spiny LobsterPalinurus elephas | Common | ||||||||||||
| DentexDentex dentex | Seasonal |
Marine forecast
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