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PIRANO

The Pirano wreck at Ustica is one of those surprisingly satisfying dives, even though it barely drops below the surface. We’re talking five metres max, so it’s perfect for a long, relaxed potter, great for those newer to diving, or for photographers who want ample light. The tug sank back in '57, caught in a storm while trying to help another vessel, the Citta di Trapani. It’s a proper piece of history down there, a tangible link to Ustica’s maritime past. You’ll find the wreck broken, spread across the seabed, almost like a puzzle waiting to be reassembled in your mind. We love how the shallow depth means the Mediterranean light really penetrates, illuminating the structure. Look closely among the twisted metal and you’ll spot moray eels peeking out from crevices, their heads swaying. Octopus often cling to the hull, camouflaged against the rust, and schools of damselfish flit in and out of the skeletal remains. It’s an easy, rewarding dive, full of character.