Pinnacoli
Protected Area
Fondali Riva Ligure - Cipressa
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 - Pinnacoli offers some of Portofino & Liguria's richest pinnacle diving. Water ranges 14-27°C, warmest July, August, September.
Pinnacoli, just off the Portofino coast, offers a solid dive for those with a few logged dives under their belt. We’re talking about a couple of distinct pinnacles that rise up from the seabed, topping out at around 28 metres. The dive here is all about exploring the nooks and crannies of these formations. You’ll spot plenty of red gorgonians clinging to the rock, creating a rich backdrop for nudibranchs and small schooling fish like damselfish. It’s a good choice if you're looking for a relaxed, moderately deep dive and want to take your time exploring the structure.
Typical Pinnacoli Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 28m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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NAUTILUS TDC
Borgo Marina Diving a.s.d.
L'Elica Marine Services
Marina Diving Service
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Pinnacoli
Pinnacoli Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Pinnacoli, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (44.38, 9.02) (43km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
21°C
70°F · Range: 19–23.2°C
Air Temperature
18°C
64°F
Wind Speed
4.49 m/s
8.7 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1017.3 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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