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Explore a Stunning Wall Dive with Rich Marine Life<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Bigo<\/strong> is a spectacular dive site located on the eastern edge of Zone C<\/strong> in the Portofino Marine Protected Area<\/b>, approximately 150 meters before the Portofino lighthouse. This site offers vibrant marine biodiversity<\/strong>, stunning terraced walls<\/strong>, and fascinating rock formations<\/strong> that make it ideal for both recreational and advanced divers.<\/p>\n

With no mooring buoy available, boats drop anchor near the site. Bigo is best dived when the sea and winds come from the southwest<\/strong>, making it a perfect alternative when conditions prevent access beyond the lighthouse.<\/p>\n

What You\u2019ll See at Bigo<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The seabed features a mix of terraced walls, crevices, and boulders<\/strong>, covered in:<\/p>\n

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  • Red and yellow gorgonians<\/li>\n
  • Sponges and spirographs<\/li>\n
  • Colorful nudibranchs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Among the rocky formations and small caves<\/strong>, divers frequently encounter:<\/p>\n

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    • Moray eels and conger eels<\/li>\n
    • Groupers, snappers, and sea bream<\/li>\n
    • Barracudas hunting among damselfish schools<\/li>\n
    • Monkfish (in winter), perfectly camouflaged on the seabed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Dive Routes at Bigo<\/strong><\/h2>\n

      \ud83d\udd34 Red Route (Depth: Up to -40m)<\/strong><\/h3>\n

      For experienced divers<\/strong>, this route offers a deeper exploration of the stunning wall and its hidden marine life.<\/p>\n

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      1. Descent<\/strong>: After anchoring, divers descend near the promontory<\/strong> to -8m<\/strong>, using the statue of a diver<\/strong> as a reference point. The statue, placed in 2001<\/strong>, honors Maurizio Fabrin, a beloved local boatman.<\/li>\n
      2. Exploration<\/strong>: Following the wall on the left<\/strong>, the descent continues to -35m<\/strong>, where divers zigzag upward along the reef.<\/li>\n
      3. Marine Encounters<\/strong>: red gorgonian corals teeming with nudibranchs<\/strong>, large brown groupers<\/strong> in the boulder caves (~25m), octopuses, moray eels, and conger eels hiding in the rock crevices.<\/li>\n
      4. Ascent<\/strong>: The dive gradually ascends to -5m<\/strong>, where a Donzella pavonina (ornate wrasse)<\/strong> often greets divers during their safety stop (3 min)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
      5. Surface Signal<\/strong>: Due to frequent boat traffic, a surface marker buoy<\/strong> must be deployed before surfacing.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        \ud83d\udfe2 Green Route (Depth: Up to -18m)<\/strong><\/h3>\n

        A shallower but equally fascinating<\/strong> dive route, perfect for those who prefer to stay within recreational limits.<\/p>\n

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        1. Descent<\/strong>: Similar to the Red Route<\/strong>, the dive begins at -8m<\/strong> next to the statue of the diver<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
        2. Exploration<\/strong>: Divers follow the south side<\/strong> of the wall, zigzagging down to -18m<\/strong>, encountering: brown groupers, snappers, and barracudas hunting among damselfish schools; octopuses, moray eels, and conger eels<\/strong> hiding in the rock crevices<\/li>\n
        3. Ascent<\/strong>: Divers ascend along the north side of the reef<\/strong>, gradually reaching -5m<\/strong> for a 3-minute safety stop<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
        4. Surface Signal<\/strong>: A surface marker buoy<\/strong> must be deployed before surfacing due to boat traffic.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          Dive Bigo with Diving Group Portofino<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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          • Location<\/strong>: Eastern Zone C, Portofino Marine Protected Area<\/li>\n
          • Access<\/strong>: Boat dive (anchor drop)<\/li>\n
          • Best Conditions<\/strong>: Southwest winds and sea<\/li>\n
          • Depth<\/strong>: 18m (Green Route) | 40m (Red Route)<\/li>\n
          • Difficulty<\/strong>: Beginner to Advanced<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Ready to explore one of Portofino\u2019s most fascinating dive sites?<\/strong> Book your dive with us today!<\/p>\n

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