Province Of Lecce

The Province of Lecce is an administrative region in Apulia, in southern Italy, known for its coastal towns along the Adriatic and Ionian seas. Diving in this area centers on Mediterranean conditions with clear waters, mild to warm temperatures, and rocky and sandy bottoms. Popular dynamics include shore entries from coastal towns, shallow reefs, seagrass beds, and occasional wrecks accessible from local dive centers in nearby ports. The region offers access to diverse marine life typical of southeastern Italy, including groupers, octopuses, and seasonal pelagic sightings, with options for beginner to intermediate divers. Access typically uses day boats and shore dives from Lecce’s coastal municipalities, with some sites featuring gentle walls and drops suitable for learning sites and drift dives further offshore.