Dive-site story
Located within the Tavolara Punta Coda Cavallo Marine Protected Area in northeastern Sardinia, Secche del Fico features submerged granite formations rising from a sandy seabed. The topography is dominated by sculpted boulders, cracks, and swim-throughs covered in red and yellow gorgonians. Large predatory fish frequently patrol the edges where the rocks taper into the surrounding sand plains.
Granite monoliths and fissures colonized by colourful gorgonian fans
Resident dusky groupers and schools of brown meagres sheltering in rock crevices
Frequent encounters with hunting 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
Water temperatures are warmest and boat services operate regularly throughout the late spring to autumn window.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dusky GrouperEpinephelus marginatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Brown MeagreSciaena umbra | Common | ||||||||||||
| Common DentexDentex dentex | Common | ||||||||||||
| Red GorgonianParamuricea clavata | Common | ||||||||||||
| Mediterranean MorayMuraena helena | Common |
Marine forecast
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