Scuba Diving
Excursions

The KT12 is an armed German cargo ship sunk during World War II by the British submarine Safari. Its well-preserved structure makes it an ideal dive site for experienced divers, offering exploration of the deck and cargo holds, home to a thriving marine ecosystem.

• Depth: Approximately 35 meters

• Certification required: PADI Advanced Open Water Diver or equivalent

• Navigation time from Cala Gonone: ~40 minutes

One of the most fascinating dives in the area, Osalla Bank is rich in marine life and spectacular rock formations. Located off the coast of Osalla Beach, this site offers a unique experience for drift diving enthusiasts and underwater explorers.

• Depth: 15–25 meters

• Certification required: PADI Advanced Open Water Diver or equivalent

• Navigation time from Cala Gonone: ~20 minutes

A unique underwater experience awaits at Basalt Canyon, featuring a volcanic rock formation with wide fissures and large sandy basins. Vibrant green Posidonia seagrass decorates the seafloor, attracting schools of barracuda and anchovies for an exciting dive.

• Depth: 10–18 meters

• Certification required: PADI Open Water Diver or equivalent

• Navigation time from Cala Gonone: ~20 minutes

A purely technical dive, Bue Marino Cave is a vast underwater cavern system that once served as a refuge for the Mediterranean monk seal. With three main passages, the dive features breathtaking chambers and tunnels adorned with fossilized stalactites and stalagmites.

• Depth: 10–15 meters

• Certification required: TDI Full Cave Diver or equivalent

• Navigation time from Cala Gonone: ~15 minutes

The Nasello was an Italian steamship sunk in 1943 by the British submarine Safari. Resting on a sandy seabed between 30 and 34 meters, its well-defined bow and stern structures house a rich variety of marine life, making it an unforgettable dive.

• Depth: 30–34 meters

• Certification required: PADI Advanced Open Water Diver or equivalent

• Navigation time from Cala Gonone: ~15 minutes

An awe-inspiring dive featuring a network of underwater tunnels and caves. Sunlight filters through the rocky walls, creating fascinating plays of light and shadow. The highlight is a 25-meter-long, 10-meter-wide natural tunnel, where an abundance of marine species thrives.

• Depth: 8–15 meters

• Certification required: PADI Open Water Diver or equivalent

• Navigation time from Cala Gonone: ~25 minutes

A deep dive leading to an underwater rock formation that rises from the seabed like a sail in the blue. The rocky walls are covered in vibrant gorgonians and corals, while the surrounding sandy seabed is home to a diverse array of marine life. A breathtaking dive in crystal-clear waters.

• Depth: 25–40 meters

• Certification required: PADI Advanced Open Water Diver or equivalent

• Navigation time from Cala Gonone: ~15 minutes

A stunning cave dive, perfect for both recreational and technical divers. The entrance lies at 8 meters deep, leading to a massive tunnel that opens into the first of three air-filled chambers, each beautifully adorned with intricate rock formations. A dive that truly takes your breath away.

• Depth: 8–14 meters

• Certification required: PADI Advanced Open Water Diver or equivalent

• Navigation time from Cala Gonone: ~30 minutes

This dive features a massive submerged rock formation resembling a bridge. Huge overlapping boulders create fascinating light and shadow effects, while the surrounding crevices provide shelter for various fish species, invertebrates, and even predatory barracudas. A dive full of adventure and discovery.

• Depth: 12–25 meters

• Certification required: PADI Open Water Diver or equivalent

• Navigation time from Cala Gonone: ~30 minutes

The only true wall dive in the Gulf of Orosei. Starting at 22 meters, divers ascend along a rocky wall leading to the cave’s three entrances, where natural light creates mesmerizing visual effects. A spectacular dive site featuring a natural rock bridge that adds an extra touch of mystery.

• Depth: Up to 22 meters

• Certification required: PADI Open Water Diver or equivalent

• Navigation time from Cala Gonone: ~50 minutes

A unique dive combining a shipwreck and an underwater cave. The Levantino, an Italian merchant vessel, sank during a storm and now rests on the sandy seabed at 12 meters within the Portu Quau fjord. Debris from the wreck leads to the entrance of Organ Cave, where a large siphon brings divers to the surface in a breathtaking chamber adorned with impressive rock formations.

• Depth: 12 meters

• Certification required: PADI Advanced Open Water Diver or equivalent

• Navigation time from Cala Gonone: ~60 minutes