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Pellicano Sport

4.1 — based on 23 community signals
4.3 12 species 41 contributors

Pellicano Sport is an Italian dive site with year-round access and documented marine species observations.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
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Activity
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Difficulty
beginner
Best months
Year-round

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Conditions

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Wind
3.7 kn
Wave
m
Water
—°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NW (29%)
Now: NNW (332°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0m
+0.0 m0 m+0.0 m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV4.8 · mod Air PM2.56 · good 07:09 19:29
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 4.2 5 0mm
09-20 4.2 5 0mm
09-21 4.3 5 0mm
09-22 3.9 4 0mm
09-23 2.6 4 0mm
09-24 4.2 4 3mm
09-25 3.9 4 0mm

About this spot

Pellicano Sport offers divers a chance to explore Italian waters with consistent access throughout the year. The site has attracted 12 documented species observations and three community videos, providing insight into the local marine environment. Located in Italy, this spot works as a year-round destination for divers seeking familiar Mediterranean conditions without the constraints of seasonal closures. The dive site operates outside a marine protected area, allowing straightforward access. Community footage and species data suggest a healthy ecosystem worth exploring. With three videos available from visiting divers, you can preview conditions and marine life before planning your trip. While specific depth and visibility data aren't published, the 12 recorded species observations indicate productive diving. The site's year-round availability makes it practical for travelers with flexible schedules or those planning winter dives when other Mediterranean spots may be limited. Local conditions and marine life encounters are best confirmed through recent community reports and video content from other divers.

📖 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 First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 917km · ~211kg · €4

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 Pellicano Sport?

Pellicano Sport is accessible year-round, so you can plan a dive trip whenever your schedule allows. Check recent community videos and reports for current conditions before booking.

What depth and difficulty level is this site?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings are not published for Pellicano Sport. Review the three available community videos to assess the site's characteristics and determine if it matches your skill level.

What marine life can I expect to see?

Twelve species observations have been documented at Pellicano Sport. Community videos provide the best preview of actual marine life encounters. Check these resources to see what divers have observed.

Do I need permits or is the site protected?

Pellicano Sport is not inside a marine protected area, so standard diving access applies. Always verify local regulations and any recent changes before your dive trip.

See it live now

Live webcams at this spot (within 500 m). Windy.com

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

1 records · 1 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Lauria cylindracea

Gastropoda · Lauriidae
GBIF
Last seen:
3 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

YouTube videos — click to play.

Winter Swim - Malta, Tigne

Matthew Pellicano
💬 2 top comments
  • Winter? December?

    @EvgenVazgenchik · 👍 0
  • How was the water? I will be in Malta at the end of the month and will try and take a swimi if I can!

    @yoda101 · 👍 0

Underwater Wrecks: Fiat 128 rally - Lake of Lugano - Italy

The amazing scuba world
💬 1 top comments
  • Como acabo en el lago?accidente?

    @fernandomunoz4444 · 👍 0

Inseguimento - FIAT 128 nel telefilm "CHiPs"

Saxand
💬 3 top comments
  • Un altro telefilm , risalente a quella glorosa epoca ! Non si può non conoscere i 'Chips ', sarebbe impossibile. Veramente fortunati , i ragazzi cresciuti allora , con questo genere di tv . Non quella di oggi , nella quale si salva solo Rai Premium! E' sempre un piacere , vedere che c' è ancora spazio per la televisione di prestigio.

    @francescaguerrera363 · 👍 13
  • I miei telefilm ❤️che ricordi e che malinconia di quei tempi....

    @g.m3373 · 👍 16
  • La 128 a suo tempo era una signora macchina: non dimentichiamoci che quando Giugiaro andò in volkswagen per disegnare la golf, trovò una 128 smontata per vedere come era fatta la miglior auto del segmento

    @Lanciarules · 👍 17

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