Diving in Croatia

Croatia has more than 1000 islets and islands and is known for its over-the-top diving experience. Croatia is a country of a thousand islands and truly stands up to its name. It is famous for its unique cobalt blue waters and water visibility. Without any doubt, Croatia gives one of the best diving experience in Europe.

Divers enjoy sunlit caverns, reefs, and wrecks, while experienced divers enjoy deep WWI and WWII wrecks along with plunging walls. It also has a pervasive cave network and a UNESCO World Heritage diving site. This article has compiled some of the best diving destinations from the north to the south of Croatia. 

When Is The Best Time To Dive In Croatia?

Croatia has so much more to offer than just its delicious cuisine and historic sights. The Adriatic Sea is a diver’s paradise with over a thousand islands. Because of this, scuba divers in Croatia can enjoy the view of a wide variety of underground features, including caves, caverns, tunnels, and more. The best aspect of diving in Croatia is seeing the indigenous marine life and vegetation up close.

Whether you’ve decided to visit and explore the underwater world of Istria, Dalmatia, or any other part, accommodation will probably be one of the best you’ve seen, there are some amazing villas in Croatia where you can spend your dream vacation while exploring the country.

Croatia is a year-round diving destination. It is one of the best places to go scuba diving in Europe from April through November. Summer is the peak season for visitors, yet the pleasant weather and relaxing water will let you forget about the other people there. 

Temperatures in the air range from 17 to 35 degrees Celsius throughout the summer, while the water is a pleasant 27 degrees celsius. The water temperature might vary considerably depending on freshwater springs’ depth and proximity. In contrast, winter may bring temperatures as low as 10 degrees Celsius for both the air and the water. 

Considerable precipitation occurs primarily in May, June, October, and November. 

 

Marina Camping Resort****, Istria

Best Places To Dive In Croatia

Here are some of the best diving places to go in Croatia:

• Brač Island

  Brač is situated in the Adriatic Sea. This location is a popular tourist destination due to its rich history, well-developed infrastructure, gorgeous beaches, including Zlatni Rat, picturesque bays, and diverse scenery. The water is shallower on the island’s northern side, but the southern sides are steep and drop steeply within a few meters of the water’s edge. Brač Island is known for dolphins and of course its cave diving. The cave has two chambers in total with stalagmite and stalactite formations and walls covered in red corals.
  Another famous diving destination at Brač island is Purple Bay, which has four drop-offs. It hosts several marine plants, scorpion fish, sponges, and sea fans.

• Pakleni Islands

  Pakleni island is very close to Hvar town. The experience on this island is no less than heaven. It is a beautiful archipelago and is famous amongst divers. Besides, it has breathtaking beaches and some of the best beach clubs in the world. The word pakleni is generally translated to hell island; however, the reality is that it is no less than a paradise.

• Lokrum Island

  Lokrum island is very close to Dubrovnik. A short ferry ride from Dubrovnik, you’ll find yourself on the beautiful beaches of Lokrum Island. The island has a very refreshing environment. It is also a trendy diving destination. If you are anywhere near Dubrovnik, you must visit this island. It is straightforward to travel to this place. Several ferries travel throughout the day, making it convenient for tourists to reach this beautiful island.

• Mali Lošinj

  Mali Lošinj is famous for scuba diving. It is located in the southern part of Losinj. It is a prevalent tourist destination in Europe. Its beautiful beaches and underwater experience attract divers from across the world.

• Kornati National Park

  Kornati National Park has a bunch of idyllic islands along the Dalmatian coastline. It is a must-visit place in Croatia, especially if diving interests you. Divers can go diving there with some authorized dive centers to explore the caverns, caves, huge beautiful rocks, and sheer walls.

• Istria

  This is the largest peninsula in the Adriatic Sea, offering several diving opportunities in the clear waters of Croatia. The Istria peninsula is made of surreal towns along with beautiful hilltop villages. There are also some of the best wrecks of Croatia below its waterline. It also has the very popular Coriolanus, Baron Gautsch, Giuseppe Dezza, and Hans Schmidt.The peninsula has cave diving and night diving, where beginners and experienced divers will get world-class experience.

Villa Labin – Sveta Marina****, Istria

Close to village Sveta Marina, known as istrian diving destination, this villa for 8 guests boasts 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Spacious garden with lounge and relax area, as well as panoramic sea view and Kvarner bay can offer everything for an ideal holiday at sea. This villa is also suitable for a holiday with a pet.

 

FAQ

Does Croatia have sharks?

Yes, approximately 47 distinct species of sharks are found in the Adriatic, along with blue and tiger sharks. However, the chances of divers encountering sharks are very bleak.

How To Book Your Diving Adventure?

You don’t need a lot of experience to have a good time scuba diving in Croatia. You can find diving trips, dive packages, equipment rental, and training courses at several diving centers in most areas.

 

Visitors to Croatia can enjoy several services and activities, such as world-class diving sites and luxurious villas just minutes away. All the above locations are suitable for novice and experienced divers, so don’t forget to include at least one in your travel plans if you’re planning to go snorkeling or scuba diving.