Lions Head
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About this site
Off the coast of Portofino, this dive features dramatic rock formations and vibrant marine life. The site drops to 40 meters with walls, caves, and swim-throughs. Expect schools of barracuda, groupers, and colorful nudibranchs. Strong currents can occur, making it ideal for drift diving. Visibility often exceeds 20 meters. The area is part of a protected marine park, ensuring rich biodiversity. Suitable for intermediate to advanced divers.
Marine life here
Confirmed by our research team, reported by independent divers, or observed nearby via iNaturalist — each entry is labelled with its source.
Violescent Sea-whipParamuricea clavataReported here · unconfirmed
Mediterranean Red CoralCorallium rubrumReported here · unconfirmed
Yellow GorgonianEunicella cavoliniReported here · unconfirmed
Mediterranean DamselfishChromis chromisReported here · unconfirmed
Yellow Cluster AnemoneParazoanthus axinellaeReported here · unconfirmed
Sunset Cup CoralLeptopsammia pruvotiReported here · unconfirmed
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