What animals live in the Blue Grotto?

Flora And Fauna Plants and animals are visible through the water in the caverns, and divers can see barracudas, jacks, octopus, and morays in the water itself. The caverns also offer a view of Fiflia, an inlet uninhabited by humans, which is home to endemic species, such as the Maltese wall lizard.



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The Blue Grotto lets you dive down to a depth of 100 feet (30 meters) in crystal clear water all the way down at a water temperature of 72 degrees Fahrenheit (23 degrees Celsius) all year round. The dive begins at the mouth of the cavern, which is 80ft wide and 20ft high.

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This dive site itself is split into two areas; the Cavern and the Cave. The Cavern (seen in the picture below) is the most popular of the two. Here open water divers can enter the mouth of this massive sinkhole explore down to a depth of 30 meters (100 feet) in 23°C crystal clear water.

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But swimming inside the Blue Grotto has been forbidden for a few years now. It isn't recommended to swim inside because of how dangerous it can get. If you're caught swimming in the Blue Grotto, you will receive a fine.

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The island of Capri is riddled with caves and grottos, and the Blue Grotto was not a mystery to locals. Known locally as Gradola, it had been avoided as it was said to be inhabited by monsters or evil spirits. The Blue Grotto is 60 meters long by 25 meters wide. The clear blue waters below the boat are 150 meters deep.

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Oman's Bimmah Sinkhole is considered one of the most beautiful on the planet, and it serves as a swimming hole for local residents and tourists who come to see its azure waters.

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Discovered in the time of Roman Emperor Tiberius, the Blue Grotto was initially thought to be haunted by evil spirits, being avoided by island inhabitants and visitors.

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If you would like to take a dip in the grotto, visit during the hottest hours at midday so the water is comfortably warm. On days with high winds and rough seas, it may be impossible to swim into the grotto.

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Walking or bus – the walk from Anacapri to the Blue Grotto is around 3.5 kilometres, forming a pleasant way to experience sea views from the coast. Alternatively, you can hop on a bus from Piazza della Pace which takes you close to the entrance of the Blue Grotto.

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Spiaggia Marina Grande This is Capri's biggest beach. It's very close to the port, so it attracts the most visitors and can be quite busy. If you're visiting Capri for the first time, chances are you'll come to this beach. If you're traveling with your family, this beach has shallow water areas, so it's safe for kids.

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The Blue Grotto is famous for its spectacular illumination, as sunlight seeps in through the sea caves' entrances and bathes the caves in an ethereal bluish hue.

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