Scandola Nature Reserve

About this site

A UNESCO World Heritage Site and strictly protected marine sanctuary accessible only by boat. Features dramatic vertical walls, arches like Cultilatta and Loca with crevices and coral-covered canyons. One of the Mediterranean's most pristine dive destinations.

Conditions

Country

France

Region

Corsica, Gulf of Porto

Max depth

5–50 m

Visibility

20–35 m

Water temperature

18–26°C

Difficulty

Intermediate

Best season

May to October

Type

Cave

Suitable for

• Scuba

Dive types

• Cave
• Wall
• Reef

Marine life

• Rays
• Barracuda
• Macro
• Octopus
• Groupers
• Eels