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Dragone

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4.2 12 especies 29 colaboradores

Dragone is a year-round dive site near San Fruttuoso Abbey in Italy's Zona B marine protected area, with 12 species observations and community video documentation.

⭐ Best for beginners.

🐢 MPA · Zona B updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
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MPAShore entryFamily-friendly

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Dificultad
beginner
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
5.1 kn
Olas
0.58 m
Agua
25.7°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: N (25%)
Now: NW (307°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.3m

Próxima: Baja a las 09:00 (-0.53m)

+-0.4 m-0.7 m
▼ 09:00 · -0.53m ▲ 15:00 · -0.44m ▼ 17:00 · -0.45m ▼ 23:00 · -0.53m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV5.45 · mod Aire PM2.54 · good 07:06 19:26
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 5.7 0.6 5 0mm
09-20 4.7 0.22 5 0mm
09-21 4.5 0.08 5 0mm
09-22 4.7 0.1 5 0mm
09-23 4.8 0.2 5 0mm
09-24 6.5 0.12 5 5mm
09-25 5 0.34 3 0mm

About this spot

Dragone sits within Italy's protected marine zone near the historic San Fruttuoso Abbey in Camogli. The site operates year-round, making it accessible to divers across all seasons. As a Zona B protected area, the site maintains strict conservation standards that support diverse marine life. The spot has generated 12 documented species observations from the diving community, giving you a solid baseline on what you might encounter. Three community-submitted videos provide real footage of conditions and marine activity, helping you prepare before you dive. The protected status means the ecosystem here remains largely intact. Local divers have logged sightings that form the foundation for understanding what lives in these waters. Video documentation from the community gives you an honest look at visibility, wildlife behavior, and the overall dive environment. This combination of protection and observation makes Dragone a reliable choice for experiencing the Ligurian coast's underwater landscape. Access is tied to the marine protected area regulations. Plan ahead for any permit requirements in Zona B. The year-round diving window means you can schedule trips flexibly, though seasonal conditions will shift what you see and how comfortable you'll be in the water. Community resources—videos and species logs—are your best guides to setting expectations for any given month.

📖 Guía: Buceo en Italia: 74 Lugares desde Cuevas hasta Aguas Abiertas

Mejores meses

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Tipos de buceo

Arrecife

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

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
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 1128km · ~259kg · €5

Desde tu país de salida

Estados Unidos
Puntuación de origen: 77/100
  • Visado: Sin visado · 90 días máx.
  • Vuelo: 7h · directo
  • Jet-lag: 6h este · 4 días de recuperación

Preguntas frecuentes

Can I dive Dragone year-round?

Yes. Dragone is open to diving throughout the year. Seasonal conditions will affect water temperature, visibility, and which species are most active, but no seasonal closures are in place.

What marine life have divers documented here?

Twelve species observations are logged by the community. Watch the three available community videos to see specific animals and behavior in the water. These real-world records give you the clearest picture of what to expect.

Is Dragone in a protected area?

Yes. Dragone sits in Zona B of an Italian marine protected area. This means strict conservation rules apply. Check local regulations and permit requirements before you dive.

How do I access Dragone?

Dragone is near San Fruttuoso Abbey in Camogli. Access depends on marine protected area entry rules and any local boat operator requirements. Contact local dive operators or the MPA office for current access and permit details.

Operadores cerca de este spot

Centros de buceo, escuelas de kite y surf en un radio de 10 km, desde OpenStreetMap.

Punta Chiappa Levante

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San Fruttuoso diving center

3.5 km
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Dive System Flagship Store

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DGP Diving Group Portofino

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Portofino Divers

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Centro de buceo

Rasta Divers

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Recently spotted by divers

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Diving in Portofino 2023

Federico Scarmoncin e Alice Morini

Diving in COLOMBARA & DRAGONE By 4Sub

We Dive

Il Dragone

kaitenklive
💬 3 top comments
  • enough =) any idea for a professional lightning system? i´am using 2 x Kowalski lights cause they are proofed for 200m , many other lights are just working till 90m´s

    @Sakul1321 · 👍 0
  • what housing are you using?

    @Sakul1321 · 👍 0
  • what depth rating? iam using a silverfish and hope it will be waterproof at around 100meters, will see it in a few months :P

    @Sakul1321 · 👍 0

Local knowledge

OpenStreetMap Notes
  • "Smile! There are a couple of cameras on a pole near here. #CCTV #MapComplete #notes"

    jonato ieri · 2026-04-22
  • "I think I saw a surveillance camera nearby on the street, but a check from Viale Bernardo Gaggini is needed. #MapComplete #notes"

    jonato ieri · 2026-04-12
  • "Can’t see any branching path, there or nearby. No dirt path was seen?"

    jonato ieri · 2026-02-25
wind peaks Nov-Jan-Mar, calmest Jul-Aug-Jun, dry Jan-Dec.

Clima mensual de 5 años

60 muestras
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
rango p25–p75 Mediana Viento (nudos) Aire (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Jun (100/100) Worst: Dec (0/100) Now: Sep (50/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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