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Mare Nostrum

3.9 — based on 18 community signals
4.3 12 especies 38 colaboradores

Mare Nostrum offers year-round diving in Italy with accessible reefs and 12 documented species observations.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Principiante
Shore entry

De un vistazo

Actividad
dive
Dificultad
beginner
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Mapa

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
4.2 kn
Olas
0.54 m
Agua
26.1°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: SSE (16%)
Now: ENE (77°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.33m

Hoy: Alta 16:00 (-0.42m), Baja 08:00 (-0.53m)

+-0.4 m-0.7 m
▼ 08:00 · -0.53m ▲ 16:00 · -0.42m ▼ 22:00 · -0.54m ▲ 02:00 · -0.51m Ahora -0.4m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV5.9 · mod Aire PM2.55 · good 06:54 19:13
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 5.1 0.58 6 5mm
09-20 7.5 0.22 6 0mm
09-21 9.3 0.48 6 0mm
09-22 10.6 0.48 6 0mm
09-23 7.7 0.68 6 0mm
09-24 7.9 0.3 4 22mm
09-25 7 0.5 5 3mm

About this spot

Mare Nostrum is an Italian dive site open to divers throughout the year. The site has built a modest community presence, with 12 species observations logged and three community videos available for divers planning visits. The location sits outside marine protected areas, offering flexible access for recreational diving. The site draws interest from both local and traveling divers seeking Mediterranean underwater exploration. With documented marine life sightings and video documentation, Mare Nostrum provides a realistic picture of what to expect below the surface. Conditions vary seasonally, but year-round access means you can plan dives across multiple seasons. Divers should check current visibility and water temperature reports before booking trips, as Mediterranean conditions shift with season. The community video library offers practical insights into site layout and marine encounters. Local knowledge is valuable here—connect with other divers who've visited to get current conditions and best practices for the site.

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

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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 · 48%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 1335km · ~307kg · €6

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

When is the best time to dive Mare Nostrum?

Mare Nostrum is accessible year-round, so you can plan dives in any season. Check local reports before your trip, as water temperature and visibility shift seasonally in the Mediterranean.

What depth and difficulty level is Mare Nostrum?

Specific depth and difficulty data isn't available for this site. Contact local dive operators or check community videos to understand the terrain and requirements before diving.

What marine life can I expect to see?

Twelve species observations have been documented at Mare Nostrum. Review the species list and watch the three community videos available to see what divers have encountered at the site.

Do I need permits to dive here?

Mare Nostrum is not inside a marine protected area, so standard recreational diving access applies. Check with local authorities for any regional rules or registration requirements.

Operadores cerca de este spot

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

Mare nostrum diving center

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Centro de buceo
Horario: Mo-Su 08:00-21:00

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