Plongée à Tremiti Islands — Italy

The Tremiti archipelago is a marine reserve in the Adriatic where gorgonian fans, red coral, and Posidonia meadows thrive in surprisingly clear water. Caves and grottoes riddle the island cliffs, and dolphins are regular visitors. A hidden gem that most international divers overlook.

Score
64.7
Visibilité
12–30m
Température
13–25°C
Meilleurs mois
May, June, July
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Tremiti Islands
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64.7

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42.1210°N

15.5030°E

The Tremiti archipelago is a marine reserve in the Adriatic where gorgonian fans, red coral, and Posidonia meadows thrive in surprisingly clear water. Caves and grottoes riddle the island cliffs, and dolphins are regular visitors. A hidden gem that most international divers overlook.

Adriatic Jewels off Puglia

Visibility12–30 m
Temperature13–25°C
Max Depth40 m
Currentmild
2-Tank Dive$85
Best MonthsMay, June, July, August
CertificationOpen WaterBeginner Friendly

Score Breakdown

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ML65.0CH52.0VIS70.0SV65.0TMP62.0DA68.0OP72.0TS72.0GT48.0VAL72.0CRD75.0SP55.0

Marine Life

65.0

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

Species Diversity
62
Megafauna Encounters
55
Reef Fish Abundance
68
Macro Life
60
Endemic Species
58
Marine Life Diversity
65.0
Coral & Reef Health
52.0
Visibility & Conditions
70.0
Dive Site Variety
65.0
Water Temperature
62.0
Depth & Access
68.0
Operator Quality
72.0
Topside Experience
72.0
Getting There
48.0
Value & Cost
72.0
Crowding
75.0
Social Proof
55.0

Dive Types

reefwallcavewreck

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

San Nicola abbey visitboat tour of island cavesCala delle Arene beachbirdwatching (Diomedea shearwaters)

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Abbey of Santa Maria a Mare
  • Fortifications of San Nicola

Non-Diver Score

8/10

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

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifebasic

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber120 km — Ospedali Riuniti, Foggia
Nearest Hospital50 km

Small medical post on San Domino; helicopter to Foggia for chamber treatment

Skill LevelBeginner Friendly
Current Strengthmild

Top Operators

Tremiti Diving Center

PADI

4.6
95 reviewsNITROX

Centro Sub Tremiti

FIPSAS

4.4
65 reviews