Zone A of Integral Reserve – It extends for 60 hectares from the promontory north of Spalmatore Point to Megna Point, for about a kilometer and a half wide, at sea. It is an environmental protection zone that allows fish to repopulate and marine ecosystems to exist far from the impact of man. In this area all forms of fishing, navigation, access and parking with boats of any type and any activity that could damage the flora and fauna are prohibited. Bathing is allowed at specific points.

Zone B of the General Reserve – It extends for about 8000 hectares from Cavazzi Point to Omo Morto Point and affects almost the entire northern part of Ustica, up to three miles from the coast. Called “Buffer Zone” as it completely surrounds zone A of integral reserve. In this area it is forbidden for divers any form of fishing and / or sampling, whether they are equipped with self-contained breathing apparatus or not. Underwater photography and sport fishing with stationary or tow lines are allowed (with prior authorization). Professional fishing is allowed only with permission.

Partial Reserve Zone C – Includes the southern sector of the island covering about 8000 hectares. Professional fishing is allowed with prior authorization, all forms of sport fishing are allowed, within the limits of the law. Currently there is a law in force that prohibits underwater fishing.

The reserve istitutional website is: www.ampustica.it