KT12 Wreck
Protected Area
Palude di Osalla
Why dive here
With 74+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, dolphins, mobula rays (devil rays), oceanic whitetip sharks and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - KT12 Wreck offers some of Sardinia's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 14-27°C, warmest July, August, September.
The KT12 is a proper dive, one that truly defines wreck diving in the Mediterranean for us. She’s a German transport ship, sunk during World War II, lying in a way that just begs to be explored. We love descending onto her deck, the light filtering through the clear Sardinian water, highlighting the massive cargo holds. You can peer right into them, imagining the supplies she once carried. The wreck itself has become a bustling apartment block for marine life. We’ve seen huge groupers sheltering in the deeper sections, their dark eyes watching you glide past. Schools of barracuda often circle above the main superstructure, their silver bodies glinting. Our favourite part has to be the stern, where the prop is still mostly intact, draped in colourful sponges. It’s a fantastic photo opportunity if you hit it with good light. This site is best for experienced wreck divers comfortable with penetration, though plenty can be seen just exploring the exterior. Come in late spring or early autumn for the best visibility and fewer boats.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
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Orosei Diving Center
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for KT12 Wreck
KT12 Wreck Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for KT12 Wreck, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (41.18, 9.42) (10km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
22°C
71°F · Range: 19.6–24°C
Air Temperature
18°C
65°F
Wind Speed
4.65 m/s
9.0 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1018.1 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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