Certified divers: two guided dives in the Tavolara Marine Protected Area, departing Puntaldia. Expect dramatic walls, abundant fish life and a dinghy transfer — bring certification, a dive computer and respect for park rules.
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The dinghy thumps off the Marina di Puntaldia and the coastline slides away: turquoise flats turn to steeper blue as the hull cuts toward the south wall of Tavolara. Salt and sun mix with the engine’s rhythm while guides unpack tanks and outline the profiles — a double-dive day for certified divers who want the raw, rocky reefs of northeastern Sardinia.
Difficulty
challenging
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate to fit — you should be comfortable moving on a small boat, carrying equipment and performing controlled ascents.
Wildlife
History
The area is part of the Tavolara-Punta Coda Cavallo Marine Protected Area, created to conserve Posidonia meadows and fish habitats along this historically fished coastline.
Conservation
Follow park rules: no touching or removing marine life, respect marked zones, and use mooring buoys when available to avoid anchoring on seagrass.
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Bring your certification and logbook
A Scuba Diver certification (or higher) and proof of recent dives are required; staff will check credentials before boarding.
Pack anti-nausea measures
Dinghy rides and open sea can be choppy—use seasickness meds or acupressure bands before boarding if you’re prone to motion sickness.
Pay the park contribution in cash
The €3 environmental fee is collected on arrival and supports the Marine Protected Area’s conservation work.
Plan surface intervals and post-dive travel
Avoid flying or high-altitude travel for at least 24 hours after a double dive; schedule flights accordingly.
Dive computer
Tracks depth and no-decompression limits for safe multi-dive days.
Wetsuit (5–7 mm) or semi-dry
Thermal protection for cool spring and fall water temperatures and prolonged bottom times.
spring
Mask and personal snorkel
Familiar, well-fitted optics improve comfort and are often preferred to rentals.
summer
Surface marker buoy (SMB) and whistle
Required for safe ascents and easy location by the dinghy in open water.