Dive-site story
Located off the western shores of Spargi Island within the La Maddalena Archipelago National Park, this dive centers on the historic wreckage of an aircraft engine resting among massive granite boulders. The rugged seascape transitions from jagged rocky drop-offs to sandy channels fringed with healthy seagrass meadows, offering refuge to typical Mediterranean fauna.
Well-preserved radial aircraft engine encrusted with sponges and tube worms
Sculpted Sardinian granite underwater architecture with swim-throughs and overhangs
Frequent encounters with territorial groupers and hunting amberjacks
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Calmer sea conditions and warmer water temperatures make late spring to early autumn ideal.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dusky GrouperEpinephelus marginatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Mediterranean MorayMuraena helena | Common | ||||||||||||
| Greater AmberjackSeriola dumerili | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Common OctopusOctopus vulgaris | Common | ||||||||||||
| ScorpionfishScorpaena scrofa | Common |
Marine forecast
