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Bludive Salina

3.7 — based on 12 community signals
4.1 11 species 17 contributors

Bludive Salina is a year-round Italian dive site near Malfa with 11 recorded species observations and community video documentation.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
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Conditions

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Wind
0.4 kn
Wave
0.2 m
Water
28.8°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: SW (14%)
Now: S (180°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.36m

Next: High at 02:00 (-0.39m)

+-0.3 m-0.7 m
▲ 02:00 · -0.39m ▼ 09:00 · -0.52m ▲ 16:00 · -0.4m ▼ 22:00 · -0.51m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV5.8 · mod Air PM2.58 · good 06:45 19:02
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 7 0.36 6 2mm
09-20 4.2 0.18 6 8mm
09-21 6.4 0.12 6 2mm
09-22 4.7 0.22 6 4mm
09-23 5 0.2 6 0mm
09-24 5.5 0.14 6 7mm
09-25 7 0.08 5 18mm

About this spot

Bludive Salina, located near Malfa in Italy, offers diving opportunities throughout the year. The site draws interest from the local diving community, with 11 documented species observations providing insight into the marine life present. Three community-contributed videos showcase conditions and underwater activity, making it a resource for divers planning visits. The site's accessibility year-round makes it a reliable option for Italian divers and visiting enthusiasts. Community documentation through video and species records suggests active local engagement and relatively consistent diving conditions. The presence of species data indicates healthy marine activity worth exploring. While specific depth, visibility, and water temperature data remain unrecorded, the site's popularity within the community suggests stable diving fundamentals. Divers should connect with local operators or the diving community for current conditions before planning trips. The Mediterranean setting near Malfa provides the backdrop typical of Italian coastal diving.

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Dive types

Reef

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 First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 1863km · ~428kg · €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 Bludive Salina?

Bludive Salina is divable year-round, so you can plan trips based on your schedule. Check with local dive operators or the community for seasonal condition updates.

What depth and difficulty level is Bludive Salina?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings are not documented for this site. Contact local operators near Malfa who know the site conditions to get accurate details for your experience level.

What marine life will I see at Bludive Salina?

Eleven species observations have been recorded at the site. Review community video documentation or ask local operators about common sightings before your dive.

Do I need permits to dive Bludive Salina?

The site is not within a marine protected area. Standard diving permits and certifications apply. Confirm requirements with local Italian authorities or dive operators beforehand.

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Verified marine species observations

27 records · 20 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Globicephala melas

Mammalia · Delphinidae
GBIF
Last seen:
9 Apr 2026
×1records

Phorcus richardi

Gastropoda · Trochidae
GBIF
Last seen:
30 Mar 2026
×2records

Phorcus turbinatus

Gastropoda · Trochidae
GBIF
Last seen:
30 Mar 2026
×2records

Acanthonyx lunulatus

Malacostraca · Epialtidae
GBIF
Last seen:
30 Mar 2026
×1records

Salpa fusiformis

Thaliacea · Salpidae
GBIF
Last seen:
30 Mar 2026
×1records

Steromphala varia

Gastropoda · Trochidae
GBIF
Last seen:
29 Mar 2026
×3records

Velella velella

Hydrozoa · Porpitidae
GBIF
Last seen:
29 Mar 2026
×2records

Arbacia lixula

Echinoidea · Arbaciidae
GBIF
Last seen:
29 Mar 2026
×2records

Phorcus articulatus

Gastropoda · Trochidae
GBIF
Last seen:
29 Mar 2026
×2records

Isognomon bicolor

Bivalvia · Isognomonidae
GBIF
Last seen:
29 Mar 2026
×1records

Pachygrapsus marmoratus

Malacostraca · Grapsidae
GBIF
Last seen:
29 Mar 2026
×1records

Alvania Risso, 1826

Gastropoda · Rissoidae
GBIF
Last seen:
29 Mar 2026
×1records

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

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Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Jun (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (93/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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