Dive-site story
Named for its distinctive mushroom-shaped granite formation, this site sits within the protected waters of the La Maddalena Archipelago National Park. Divers navigate around sculpted granite blocks and undercut boulders that harbor Mediterranean fauna. The rock base gives way to a sandy seabed interspersed with posidonia oceanica meadows.
Mushroom-shaped granite topography featuring overhangs and narrow swim-throughs
Frequent encounters with Mediterranean dusky groupers resting near boulder crevices
Dense clusters of yellow encrusting anemones and sponges covering shadowed rock faces
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Warmer waters and calmer weather prevail during late spring through early autumn.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dusky GrouperEpinephelus marginatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Mediterranean MorayMuraena helena | Common | ||||||||||||
| Brown MeagreSciaena umbra | Common | ||||||||||||
| Regal Goddess NudibranchFelimare picta | Common | ||||||||||||
| Greater AmberjackSeriola dumerili | Seasonal |
Marine forecast
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