Dive-site story
Located beneath the rugged volcanic headland on the northeastern coast of Ustica within the island's Marine Protected Area, Punta Falconiera offers varied underwater topography. Divers descend past sheer volcanic walls fractured with deep crevices, overhangs, and tumbled basalt boulders resting on sandy slopes. The persistent offshore currents around the point attract schooling pelagic species alongside resident Mediterranean predators.
Steep volcanic rock faces carved with fissures and small caverns
Frequent encounters with mature dusky groupers and cruising amberjacks
Excellent visibility typical of Ustica's marine reserve waters
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Calm seas and warmest water temperatures occur in late summer and early autumn.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dusky GrouperEpinephelus marginatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Mediterranean Slipper LobsterScyllarides latus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Yellowmouth BarracudaSphyraena viridensis | Common | ||||||||||||
| Greater AmberjackSeriola dumerili | Common | ||||||||||||
| Mediterranean MorayMuraena helena | Common |
Marine forecast
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