Marettimo for divers: these are the 4 most beautiful dives

You know the most beautiful beaches of Marettimo, one of the Egadi islands. But that’s not enough. Because for you the sea must be discovered in depth (it is appropriate to say it). And never go on vacation without a wetsuit and cylinders. For you, there are the most beautiful dives to do in Marettimo.

Points for diving

Punta San Simone

This site is recommended for spearfishing experts, because it is a fairly demanding dive and requires some practice. The contrast of colors and shadows creates unforgettable plays of light.

Punta Libeccio

Just fifteen meters deep, there is the wreck of an ancient ship dating back to the seventeenth century. Like all wreck dives, it is the preserve of the more experienced divers and requires a lot of caution.

Grotta del Cammello

It is one of the most beautiful caves on the island of Marettimo. Diving at the Cammello cave is not demanding and therefore suitable for divers of any level. In its waters you can meet sea fans, groupers, snappers and large fish.

La Cattedrale

The fourth of the most beautiful dives to do in Marettimo is located in the parts of Bassana tip, along the southern coast of the island. Once you reach a depth of about twenty-eight meters, a large cave opens up. The seabed is sandy and the cave is full of life.

Snorkeling in Marettimo

To discover the wonders that lie beneath the surface of the Marettimo sea, you don’t necessarily need a wetsuit and cylinders. During this trip to Sicily, a mask and snorkel may suffice: the sea of ​​the island is so clear, especially near the most famous beaches, that you can admire the seabed even by snorkeling.

How to get to Marettimo

How to get to the island of Marettimo and enjoy these splendid dives? Nothing could be simpler, you just have to book a place on one of the ferries to the Egadi islands that leave from Trapani every day: the crossing takes about an hour.

And you can book the ferries to the Egadi islands directly on this page: fill in all the fields required by our booking form and the printable tickets will be sent to you by email.

Image source: Di Francesco Crippa – originally posted to Flickr as dsc_3977, CC BY 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=4769649