Plongée à Cres & Losinj — Croatia

Cres and Lošinj are home to the Blue World Institute of Marine Research, which studies a resident bottlenose dolphin population. The islands' diving features clear Adriatic waters, red coral caves, and dramatic walls. Dolphin encounters on surface intervals add a unique dimension that few Mediterranean destinations offer.

Score
62.0
Visibilité
9–30m
Température
13–26°C
Meilleurs mois
May, June, July
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Cres & Losinj
CroatiaMediterranean
62.0

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44.6583°N

14.3833°E

Cres and Lošinj are home to the Blue World Institute of Marine Research, which studies a resident bottlenose dolphin population. The islands' diving features clear Adriatic waters, red coral caves, and dramatic walls. Dolphin encounters on surface intervals add a unique dimension that few Mediterranean destinations offer.

Croatia's Dolphin Research Diving Ground

Visibility9–30 m
Temperature13–26°C
Max Depth30 m
Currentmoderate
2-Tank Dive$60
Best MonthsMay, June, July, August
CertificationOpen WaterIntermediate

Score Breakdown

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ML66.0CH42.0VIS70.0SV63.0TMP45.0DA56.0OP73.0TS66.0GT68.0VAL63.0CRD57.0SP68.0

Marine Life

66.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
96
Megafauna Encounters
28
Reef Fish Abundance
98
Macro Life
30
Endemic Species
60
Marine Life Diversity
66.0
Coral & Reef Health
42.0
Visibility & Conditions
70.0
Dive Site Variety
63.0
Water Temperature
45.0
Depth & Access
56.0
Operator Quality
73.0
Topside Experience
66.0
Getting There
68.0
Value & Cost
63.0
Crowding
57.0
Social Proof
68.0

Dive Types

wallwreckcavepelagic

Traveling with Non-Divers?

Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.

Activities for Non-Divers

dolphin watching (resident bottlenose pod)Cres Town medieval walkVrana Lake nature trailBlue World Marine Centre visitbeach hopping

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Cres Town medieval walls
  • Osor archaeological site
  • Blue World Marine Education Centre

Non-Diver Score

7/10

Good topside options for non-diving companions.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifemoderate

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber100 km — Pula or Rijeka Hyperbaric Chamber
Nearest Hospital10 km

Small hospital on Losinj; ferry to Rijeka (2 hrs) for larger hospital and chamber

Skill LevelIntermediate
Current Strengthmoderate

Top Operators

Diver Cres

PADI

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