GALATIA
Protected Area
Saint-Florent (Formation Récifale)
Why dive here
With 213+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, dolphins, great white sharks, hammerhead sharks and mobula rays (devil rays) - GALATIA offers some of Corsica's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 15-28°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Galatia is a wreck we always recommend for divers looking for something a bit different in Corsica. She was a merchant ship, sunk in 1943 by a British submarine, and now rests upright on a sandy bottom at a very manageable 14 metres. This depth means you get fantastic bottom time, perfect for really soaking in the atmosphere. What we love about the Galatia is her accessibility. You can fin right through the holds, imagining the cargo she once carried. Light streams in from above, illuminating schools of chromis darting through the superstructure. It’s not a massive wreck, but the penetration options are a real treat, offering just enough enclosed space to feel like an explorer without being overly challenging. Around the hull, you'll often find scorpionfish camouflaged on the metal, and we’ve spotted moray eels peeking from crevices. It’s a site that tells a story, and you can feel that history as you glide over her decks. For anyone keen on a relaxed wreck dive with a good sense of history and some playful light, the Galatia is our pick.
Typical GALATIA 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.
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Dive shops near GALATIA
Toga Plongée
Corsica Sub
Dollfin
Corse
Blue Marine Companige - Plongee
COSTA VERDE LOISIRS
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for GALATIA
GALATIA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for GALATIA, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (42.38, 9.55) (2km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
22°C
72°F · Range: 20.1–24.6°C
Air Temperature
18°C
64°F
Wind Speed
5.12 m/s
10.0 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1017.2 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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