What level of diving experience is required for Punta Bassana Scoglio Cavo?

Punta Bassana Scoglio Cavo is rated advanced with depths of ≤ 42 m. A PADI Open Water certification or equivalent is the minimum recommended, with PADI Advanced Open Water strongly recommended for this site.

What marine life can you see at Punta Bassana Scoglio Cavo?

At Punta Bassana Scoglio Cavo, divers commonly encounter: groupers, moray eels, octopus, sea fans, damselfish, conger eels.

Where is Punta Bassana Scoglio Cavo located?

Punta Bassana Scoglio Cavo is located in Italy, in the Italy region (coordinates: 37.9491, 12.0923).

Punta Bassana Scoglio Cavo Diving - Italy, Italy

Punta Bassana Scoglio Cavo is an advanced dive off Marettimo island, featuring a hollow rock formation that creates a dramatic natural amphitheater underwater descending to 42 meters. The site combines a small cave system within the hollowed rock with impressive external walls covered in pristine gorgonian gardens. The Egadi marine reserve's protection ensures abundant marine life — enormous grouper, dense barracuda schools, and lobsters are highlights. Marettimo's legendary water clarity, often exceeding 40 meters visibility, allows divers to fully appreciate this remarkable geological formation in the heart of the Egadi archipelago.