Dive-site story
Isola Gallinara sits roughly one nautical mile off the Ligurian coast between Albenga and Alassio, functioning as a protected marine reserve characterized by rugged limestone drop-offs, underwater arches, and rich benthic cover. Several distinct dive spots surround the islet, including the submerged bronze statue of Christ off Punta Falconara and the steep walls of Punta Sciusciau. The substrate transitions from shallow posidonia meadows into steep rocky faces covered in yellow encrusting anemones and seafans.
The submerged bronze statue of Cristo Redentore resting on a rocky seabed
Steep rocky drop-offs draped in red and yellow gorgonian seafans
Frequent encounters with Mediterranean groupers, octopus, and morays hiding in crevices
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Late spring through early autumn brings warmer water layers and stable weather conditions across the Ligurian Sea.
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 | ||||||||||||
| Yellow Cluster AnemoneParazoanthus axinellae | Common | ||||||||||||
| Common OctopusOctopus vulgaris | Common |
Marine forecast
