Plongée à Corsica — France

Corsica's granite cliffs plunge into the Mediterranean to create dramatic underwater topography — swim-throughs, caverns, and walls carpeted in red coral and sponges. The Scandola Nature Reserve is a UNESCO site where decades of protection have produced some of the Med's densest fish life. Above water, rugged mountains and French-Italian cuisine complete the experience.

Score
67.6
Visibilité
15–40m
Température
14–26°C
Meilleurs mois
May, June, July
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Corsica
FranceMediterranean Sea
67.6

SCORE

42.1508°N

9.1048°E

Corsica's granite cliffs plunge into the Mediterranean to create dramatic underwater topography — swim-throughs, caverns, and walls carpeted in red coral and sponges. The Scandola Nature Reserve is a UNESCO site where decades of protection have produced some of the Med's densest fish life. Above water, rugged mountains and French-Italian cuisine complete the experience.

France's Wild Mediterranean Diving

Visibility15–40 m
Temperature14–26°C
Max Depth50 m
Currentmild
2-Tank Dive$90
Best MonthsMay, June, July, August
CertificationOpen WaterBeginner Friendly

Score Breakdown

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ML62.0CH42.0VIS78.0SV75.0TMP60.0DA70.0OP72.0TS88.0GT72.0VAL62.0CRD65.0SP65.0

Marine Life

62.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
58
Megafauna Encounters
38
Reef Fish Abundance
68
Macro Life
70
Endemic Species
52
Marine Life Diversity
62.0
Coral & Reef Health
42.0
Visibility & Conditions
78.0
Dive Site Variety
75.0
Water Temperature
60.0
Depth & Access
70.0
Operator Quality
72.0
Topside Experience
88.0
Getting There
72.0
Value & Cost
62.0
Crowding
65.0
Social Proof
65.0

Dive Types

reefcavewreckwall

Traveling with Non-Divers?

Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.

Activities for Non-Divers

GR20 trekkingScandola boat tripsBonifacio cliff walkswine tasting

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Scandola Nature Reserve
  • Bonifacio citadel
  • Filitosa prehistoric site

Non-Diver Score

9/10

Excellent for non-divers — they'll love it here.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifemoderate

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber10 km — Ajaccio Hospital Hyperbaric Unit
Nearest Hospital10 km

Ajaccio and Bastia hospitals have hyperbaric chambers; SAMU emergency services responsive across the island

Skill LevelBeginner Friendly
Current Strengthmild

Top Operators

E Ragnole Plongée

FFESSM

4.7
180 reviewsNITROX