{"id":2307,"date":"2017-01-19T15:12:45","date_gmt":"2017-01-19T14:12:45","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dgportofino.ne-ws.it\/portofino\/scoglio-raviolo\/"},"modified":"2025-03-23T11:51:47","modified_gmt":"2025-03-23T10:51:47","slug":"scoglio-raviolo","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/dgportofino.com\/en\/portofino\/scoglio-raviolo\/","title":{"rendered":"The Rock of Raviolo"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Ravioli Rock<\/h3><\/div>
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Discover Coral Walls and Caverns at Raviolo Rock<\/h2>\n

Raviolo Rock is a captivating dive site located close to the promontory<\/strong> within the Portofino Marine Protected Area<\/strong>. Known for its unique underwater topography, this site features massive overlapping boulders, vibrant red coral walls, and a hidden freshwater spring<\/strong> that creates the rare halocline phenomenon\u2014making it a rewarding experience for both beginner and advanced divers.<\/p>\n

The site is accessed via boat, with a mooring buoy positioned conveniently close to the rocky wall. Raviolo Rock offers two well-marked dive routes<\/strong>, reaching depths of 18 and 40 metres, making it ideal for divers of varying levels. With little to no current and excellent visibility, it\u2019s a must-dive location when exploring the area\u2019s rich marine life and geological wonders.<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udd34 RED ROUTE (down to -40 m)<\/strong><\/h2>\n

DESCENT<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    Once we\u2019ve checked our gear with a pre-dive check, we\u2019ll be ready to descend. The buoy at Raviolo Rock is very close to the promontory<\/strong>. We\u2019ll reach the anchor block at -17 m<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    OUTBOUND<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      We\u2019ll follow the plateau sloping towards the open sea in a SOUTHERLY direction.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Large groupers<\/strong> appear from behind the rocks, observing our passage.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      At -29 m<\/strong>, massive boulders stacked on top of each other form a spectacular passageway, with an exit at -36 m<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      The ceiling is covered in Leptopsammia pruvoti<\/em> (yellow cup coral<\/strong>).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Upon exiting, we\u2019ll turn left and follow the wall, which is rich in coral.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      At around -26 m<\/strong> on the wall, to our left, a small cave<\/strong> opens up, several metres deep. It\u2019s safe to enter, and we can use our torches to look for conger eels, forkbeards, and slipper lobsters<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      We\u2019ll continue ascending towards the EAST until we reach a cone-shaped boulder at -23 m<\/strong>, which leads us to the edge of the wall ahead.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      From there, we\u2019ll continue ascending towards the promontory in a NORTH-EASTERLY direction until we spot a small cave at -6 m<\/strong>, where a freshwater spring<\/strong> emerges. Inside, we can observe the halocline<\/strong> phenomenon, created by the mixing of fresh and salt water.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      RETURN<\/strong><\/p>\n

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        From here, we\u2019ll begin the return journey with the wall on our right, following the edge of the promontory.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        The chain of the mooring buoy is easy to locate due to its close proximity to the rocky wall.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        ASCENT<\/strong><\/p>\n

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          We\u2019ll carry out our 3-minute safety stop at -5 m<\/strong>, either along the wall or near the secondary buoy.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          \ud83d\udfe2 GREEN ROUTE (down to -18 m)<\/strong><\/h2>\n

          DESCENT<\/strong><\/p>\n

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            After the pre-dive check, we\u2019ll descend near the chain until we reach the anchor block at -17 m<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            OUTBOUND<\/strong><\/p>\n

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              We\u2019ll start finning among the many boulders scattered along the plateau.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Along the way, we\u2019ll encounter various species of fish such as large brown groupers, dentex, brown meagres, and moray eels<\/strong> emerging from their dens beneath the rocks.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              As the plateau ends, a wall begins. We\u2019ll follow its shape up to -6 m<\/strong>, where a cave<\/strong> opens and a freshwater spring flows out. Inside, we can observe the halocline<\/strong> effect\u2014the beautiful meeting point of fresh and saltwater.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              RETURN<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                From here, we\u2019ll begin the return journey with the wall on our right, following the edge of the promontory.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                The chain of the mooring buoy is easy to locate due to its close proximity to the rocky wall.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                ASCENT<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                  We\u2019ll carry out our 3-minute safety stop at -5 m<\/strong>, either along the wall or near the secondary buoy.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  Dive Raviolo Rock with Diving Group Portofino<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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                  • Location:<\/strong> Portofino Marine Protected Area<\/li>\n
                  • Access:<\/strong> Boat dive<\/li>\n
                  • Best conditions:<\/strong> No or light current, excellent visibility<\/li>\n
                  • Depth:<\/strong> 18 m (Green Route) | 40 m (Red Route)<\/li>\n
                  • Difficulty:<\/strong> From beginner to advanced<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                    Let us guide you through this beautiful dive site \u2013 book your dive now with Diving Group Portofino!<\/strong><\/p>\n

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