CRISTOFORO - Vlora

The Cristoforo is exactly what we picture when someone says “Mediterranean wreck diving,” but then it surprises you. This isn't some deep, dark mystery. It's an accessible piece of history, just three meters down, meaning you can really take your time exploring. We love how the hull is broken in sections, almost inviting you to peer into its skeletal remains. You’ll spend most of your dive swimming over and around the main deck, getting a good sense of its original scale, 89.9 meters long. It’s an old motor vessel, sunk back in '73, and the years have been kind, in a way. The metal has softened, rounded by the currents, and now provides a fantastic home for all sorts of critters. We’ve seen octopuses wedged deep in crevices, their eyes watching you warily, and schools of damselfish flitting through the beams of light that penetrate the shallower sections. The light here is exceptional, especially mid-morning, illuminating the rust-red structure against the clear blue. It's a great spot for photographers, or just for anyone who wants to really get a feel for a wreck without worrying about depth or deco limits. No strong currents to speak of, so you can just drift and soak it all in.

Location

Vlora, Albania, Mediterranean & Europe

Coordinates

39.833332, 18.141666

Type

wreck

Maximum Depth

3m