Marlintremiti Asd

MARLINTREMITI is situated in the heart of the Tremiti Islands, specifically on San Domino. The centre operates from a dedicated 200-square-metre facility within the Hotel Eden, providing a professional base for divers looking to explore the unique Mediterranean ecosystems of this protected archipelago.

With two decades of experience, the centre has established itself as more than just a dive shop. Through its 'Laboratorio del Mare', it actively engages in scientific research and environmental monitoring, collaborating with national universities to study local habitats like Posidonia oceanica and black coral. This scientific approach brings a deep level of ecological understanding to every excursion.

The team is multi-lingual, providing instruction and guidance in English, French, Italian, and Russian. This makes the centre a reliable choice for international divers looking to train or explore the local sites without language barriers.

Beyond standard recreational diving, the centre is deeply committed to marine conservation and environmental education. They host programmes for schools and participate in local initiatives like the Posidonia Festival, ensuring that the diving community remains actively involved in protecting the very reefs they visit.

As an SSI affiliated centre, MARLINTREMITI offers a complete progression of training. You can begin with the Open Water Diver or the 'Try Scuba' programme, before moving through to Advanced Open Water Diver.

For those looking to specialise, the centre provides Sidemount training and a range of Freediving courses from Level 1 through to Level 3. Technical divers can also access more advanced training paths, including the XR and TXR programmes.

The centre utilises a combination of rubber boats and a comfortable main vessel for excursions. These boats allow for access to a variety of sites across the islands, from shallow reef flats to deeper offshore banks.

The shore-based facilities are extensive, featuring a 1000-square-metre outdoor area that includes two separate equipment stores, a solarium, and shower facilities. The indoor space comprises a reception, offices, a meeting room, and a sea library for studying marine life.

For technical divers, the centre provides essential gas services including helium, oxygen, and argon recharges. Nitrox is available for all divers without additional charge, ensuring you can maximise your bottom time on every outing. Full equipment hire is also available on-site for those not travelling with their own kit.

The reefs are characterised by a vibrant array of fixed life, including large gorgonias (Paramuricea clavata), various sponges, and soft coral. These structures provide the essential habitat for the archipelago's diverse fish populations.

In the rocky areas and crevices, you will find a wealth of macro life and crustaceans. Look for octopus, congers, moray eels, common lobster, and scorpionfish hiding among the rocks, alongside various species of opisthobranchs.

For those watching the open water, the area is home to larger pelagics and schooling fish. You can regularly observe dentex, barracuda, bonito, and tuna patrolling the banks, often accompanied by large schools of damselfish, silversides, striped bream, cow bream, and saddled bream.

The centre operates from March through to December. Divers should be aware of the varying underwater topography, which ranges from shallow reef flats to deeper offshore banks and steep walls.