Dive-site story
Situated directly beneath the Santa Maria di Leuca lighthouse, Punta Meliso marks the geographic meeting point between the Adriatic and Ionian Seas. The dive follows a stepped limestone drop-off carved with fissures, small caverns, and massive fallen boulders. Currents can sweep around the promontory, bringing pelagic visitors and providing clear Mediterranean conditions across the rocky terraces.
Rugged limestone wall architecture with deep fissures and overhangs
Point where the Adriatic and Ionian currents converge
Frequent encounters with Mediterranean groupers and hunting pelagic fish
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Calmer seas and warmer water characterize late spring through 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 | ||||||||||||
| Common OctopusOctopus vulgaris | Common | ||||||||||||
| Greater AmberjackSeriola dumerili | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Yellow GorgonianEunicella cavolini | Common |
Marine forecast
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