IMPERIO (OR C320)
Why dive here
With 46+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, sea turtles and cuttlefish - IMPERIO (OR C320) offers some of Istria Peninsula's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 12-26°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Imperio, or C320, is one of our favourite shallow wrecks in Istria, a real playground for anyone who appreciates a bit of history underwater. It’s sitting upright in just 11 metres, so you get incredible light penetration, even on an overcast day. You can pretty much cover the whole wreck in one dive without feeling rushed. We love poking around the bow, where the anchor chain still drapes off, and then finning back along the main deck. The whole wreck is draped in a thick carpet of sponges and hydroids, a genuinely impressive sight. Look closely and you’ll spot blennies eyeing you from every crevice and nudibranchs grazing on the encrusting life. It’s an easy dive, perfect for photographers wanting to capture those moody wreck shots, or just for enjoying a relaxed explore. We’d suggest going early to avoid any boat traffic, especially in summer. The currents here are usually negligible, making it a very comfortable dive for all experience levels.
Typical IMPERIO (OR C320) Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to IMPERIO (OR C320)
Dive shops near IMPERIO (OR C320)
Tre Pinne Sub
RARI NANTES TREVISO
AREA SUB (NAUTICA TREVISO)
Albarella Diving Center SSDRL
Issimo ASD
MEDITERRANEO SPORT
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for IMPERIO (OR C320)
IMPERIO (OR C320) Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for IMPERIO (OR C320), sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (45.08, 14.15) (21km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
20°C
68°F · Range: 18.4–22.3°C
Current Speed
3.16 cm/s
Direction: W (288.4°)
Salinity
37.74 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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