Dive-site story
Rising abruptly from deep water off the southern cliffs of the Portofino promontory, Secca dell'Isuela ranks among the most celebrated pinnacles in the Mediterranean. Its vertical limestone faces are densely carpeted in vibrant red gorgonians, with large schools of predatory fish patrolling the blue water off the drop-offs. Strict protections within the marine reserve have allowed resident groupers and benthic fauna to thrive unmolested.
Massive fans of red gorgonians blanketing the sheer drop-offs
Regular encounters with large dusky groupers cruising near the pinnacle crest
Hunting passes by pelagic predators like dentex and amberjacks in open water
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Late spring through autumn provides warmer sea temperatures and peak pelagic fish activity.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dusky grouperEpinephelus marginatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Red gorgonianParamuricea clavata | Common | ||||||||||||
| Common dentexDentex dentex | Common | ||||||||||||
| Greater amberjackSeriola dumerili | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Mediterranean morayMuraena helena | Common |
Marine forecast
