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A.S.D The Frogmen team

3.9 — based on 21 community signals
4.4 12 species 52 contributors

A.S.D The Frogmen team offers year-round diving in Italy with active community engagement and documented species observations.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

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Conditions

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Wind
1.4 kn
Wave
0.56 m
Water
29.4°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NW (29%)
Now: NW (326°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.41m

Next: High at 22:00 (-0.25m)

+-0.3 m-0.7 m
▲ 22:00 · -0.25m ▼ 04:00 · -0.64m ▲ 10:00 · -0.31m ▼ 16:00 · -0.66m Now -0.4m
Fri 11Sat 12Sun 13Mon 14Tue 15Wed 16Thu 17
UV6.8 · high Air PM2.58 · good 06:33 19:10
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-11 8.7 0.58 7 0mm
09-12 5.7 0.58 5 21mm
09-13 6.1 0.36 6 0mm
09-14 7.2 0.22 7 0mm
09-15 9.1 0.12 6 1mm
09-16 9 0.18 7 0mm
09-17 6.5 0.36 4 0mm

About this spot

A.S.D The Frogmen team is a diving operation based in Italy that welcomes divers throughout the year. The team has built a solid community presence with 12 recorded species observations and 3 community-contributed videos, giving you real insights into local marine life and conditions before you dive. The operation operates outside a marine protected area, which means fewer regulatory restrictions on your dive planning. With year-round availability, you can schedule your trip based on your own calendar rather than seasonal windows. The community video library and species database reflect active documentation by divers who've worked with the team, offering practical reference material for what you might encounter. Whether you're a visiting diver or local, the team's documented species list and video content provide transparency about the diving experience. The year-round operation window means consistent availability for training, guided dives, or exploratory work. Check their community records to review what other divers have observed and documented in the area.

📖 Guide: Diving in Italy: 74 Sites from Caves to Open Water

Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type C/F/L · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌑 Moon New moon · 0%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 1911km · ~440kg · €8

From your departure country

United States
Origin score: 77/100
  • Visa: Visa-free · 90 days max
  • Flight: 7h · direct
  • Jet-lag: 6h east · 4 days recovery

FAQ

When is the best time to dive with A.S.D The Frogmen team?

The team operates year-round, so you can dive any month based on your schedule. Consult their community videos and species observations to find conditions that match your preferences and experience level.

What marine life will I see?

The team has 12 recorded species observations available in their community database. Review the species list and 3 community videos posted by divers to see documented encounters and get realistic expectations before you book.

Are there depth or difficulty ratings?

Contact A.S.D The Frogmen team directly for current dive profiles, depth limits, and difficulty assessments. Community video submissions may also show what typical dives look like.

Do I need permits or certifications?

The dive site is outside a marine protected area, so no MPA permits are required. Standard recreational diving certifications are the baseline requirement—confirm directly with the team about their specific prerequisites.

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Verified marine species observations

10 records · 10 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Velella velella

Hydrozoa · Porpitidae
GBIF
Last seen:
28 Feb 2026
×1records

Acanthocardia tuberculata

Bivalvia · Cardiidae
GBIF
Last seen:
24 Feb 2026
×1records

Bulla striata

Striate bubble
Gastropoda · Bullidae
GBIF
Last seen:
24 Jan 2026
×1records

Pinctada imbricata

Pearl oyster
Bivalvia · Margaritidae
GBIF
Last seen:
24 Jan 2026
×1records

Semicassis undulata

Mediterranean bonnet
Gastropoda · Cassidae
GBIF
Last seen:
24 Jan 2026
×1records

Glycymeris da Costa, 1778

Glycymeris spec.
Bivalvia · Glycymerididae
GBIF
Last seen:
24 Jan 2026
×1records

Arca noae

Noah's arch
Bivalvia · Arcidae
GBIF
Last seen:
23 Jan 2026
×1records

Donax trunculus

Truncate donax
Bivalvia · Donacidae
GBIF
Last seen:
23 Jan 2026
×1records

Episcomitra cornicula

Episcomitra cornicula
Gastropoda · Mitridae
GBIF
Last seen:
23 Jan 2026
×1records

Pachygrapsus marmoratus

Malacostraca · Grapsidae
GBIF
Last seen:
1 Jan 2026
×1records

Data: 187,991 observations from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) and GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

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THE "FROGMEN"

British Movietone
💬 1 top comments
  • Thank you to all frogmen. A prayer for all frogmen. Amen.

    @dancostello6465 · 👍 2

The Navy Frogmen - 1957 Underwater Demolition Team 21440 HD

PeriscopeFilm
💬 3 top comments
  • Rest in peace Harvey Rip Collins, U.S. Navy UDT frogman.

    @BakerTeamRaven · 👍 11
  • What a legacy the SEALs have!!

    @martinpower472 · 👍 52
  • My Uncle Willie Wilson was in the UDT. He had a career that spanned many decades and earned many accommodations. So proud to have had him as my uncle ❤

    @dontcare1414 · 👍 9

The 🇮🇹Italian diver - #WeAreNATO

NATO
💬 3 top comments
  • God bless you & your service 🇮🇹 NATO ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

    @ภูริชญาศักดิ์ธนากุล · 👍 10
  • Grandi ragazzi! Orgoglioso di essere cittadino di una nazione della NATO!

    @emils7749 · 👍 12
  • Nice this are things that make you proud to be a citizen of a nato country 🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹

    @alessandrocanale6189 · 👍 6
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Apr (100/100) Worst: Mar (0/100) Now: Sep (100/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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