Ancorone
Protected Area
Isola di Pianosa - area terrestre e marina
Why dive here
With 70+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, dolphins, humpback whales, mobula rays (devil rays) and oceanic whitetip sharks - Ancorone offers some of Portofino & Liguria's richest reef diving.
Ancorone offers a straightforward dive along the Portofino coast. You'll navigate a rocky wall, exploring small crevices where moray eels often hide. It’s a reliable spot for seeing typical Mediterranean fish like damselfish and the occasional octopus, making it a good choice for newer divers or those looking for a relaxed afternoon dip.
Typical Ancorone Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Ancorone
Ancorone Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Ancorone, sourced from NOAA buoy data - nearest station: Open-Meteo grid (44.31, 9.19) (0km away)
August Averages
Air Temperature
25.58°C
78°F
Wind Speed
3.87 m/s
7.5 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1013.1 hPa
Based on 5 years of monitoring data · Data sources: NOAA NDBC
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