

Best for beginner divers, 6-20m, shore entry, mild current.
Crocodile Area in Sozopol, Bulgaria, offers a shore dive featuring both natural and artificial reef structures. Divers can explore depths ranging from 6 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. The site is suitable for beginners, with shallower sections ideal for buoyancy practice and a reef slope reaching 20 metres. Visibility varies between 5 and 20 metres, and currents are generally mild. Divers should be cautious of sharp rocks and surf at the entry point. Facilities including parking, showers, and air fills are available on-site. Water temperatures fluctuate significantly throughout the year, ranging from 8C in winter to 22C in late summer.
42.29017, 27.76510
The mermaid sculpture is placed on a clean rocky bottom to prevent it from being buried by sand.
Diving is conducted with instructors; a necessary condition is that there is no strong wind and the sea is calm.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-20m
Visibility
5-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
8-22°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
The site is inhabited by temperate reef fish and invertebrates.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, with shallower sections providing a good environment for those building confidence and working on buoyancy.
The site ranges from 6 to 20 metres in depth, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Crocodile Area is a shore dive. Divers should take care at the entry point due to potential surf and sharp rocks.
Water temperatures range from 8C in the winter months to 22C in August and September.
Diving at Crocodile Area in Primorsko requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Crocodile Area in Primorsko. Water temperatures range from 8°C to 22°C.