Discover Sicily's underwater world near Catania and join these exploration dives from Aci Castello! Only for certified divers, ages 10 and up.
Located only 20 minutes away from Catania, Aci Castello is one of the best scuba diving spots in Sicily. Thanks to its transparent waters, Aci Castello offers perfect visibility and is also home to unique marine life. With these exploration dives you'll dive in from a boat and explore some of Aci Castello's highlights, like the Cyclopean Isles!
Your guide will welcome you to the meeting point near Catania and provide you with scuba diving gear. They'll brief you about the itinerary and tell you about the Cyclopean Isles protected marine area, right in front of Aci Castello. Once everyone is ready, you'll get on the boat and reach one of the many scuba diving sites at the Cyclopean Isles. Dive in and start exploring this unique marine area! Admire the volcanic rock formations and spot different types of fish and seaweeds. After 1-hour of exploring, your guide will lead you back to the meeting point in Aci Castello.
If you are a certified diver travelling to Sicily, you cannot miss these exploration dives near Catania. Dive in from Aci Castello and discover its unique marine life with a local guide!
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Practical information
- Meet your guide at Via Provinciale, 23/25, 95021 Aci Castello CT, Italy.
- Briefing and equipment.
- Boat ride to the diving spot.
- Start your exploration dive in Aci Castello, near Catania.
- Boat ride to the meeting point.
- This activity is only for certified divers.
- The minimum age is 10 years old.
- Guide
- Boat ride
- Snacks
- Wetsuit
- Mask
- Snorkel
- Fins
- Regulator
- Tank
- Hotel pick-up/drop off
- Swimsuit
- Towel
- Sunscreen
- Flip-flops
- Sun hat
- Diving certificate