

Best for intermediate divers, 18-40m, boat entry, mild current.
Anchor Wall is a boat-access wall dive located off Vis Island, Croatia. The site features a vertical drop-off starting at 18 metres and extending to 40 metres, with an average depth of 28 metres. Visibility ranges from 15 to 30 metres, allowing divers to observe the rock face, which is covered in red gorgonians. Crevices provide habitat for various reef fish and invertebrates. Divers should be aware of mild currents, potential surge, and boat traffic. A thermocline exists below 12 metres, and water temperatures vary between 14C and 20C. Due to the depth, careful monitoring for nitrogen narcosis is essential. This site is suitable for intermediate divers and supports night diving.
43.18700, 16.38310
Keep a close eye on your depth on the way down, as the wall offers little natural reference to slow your descent and 40 metres approaches quickly. Water temperature drops noticeably below 20 metres, particularly outside summer, so a 5 mm wetsuit is worth considering even in warmer months.
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Depth
18-40m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-20°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
The site supports a variety of Mediterranean reef fish and invertebrates, including red gorgonians on the wall and nocturnal species like lobsters during night dives.
No, Anchor Wall is classified as an intermediate dive due to its depth range of 18 to 40 metres and the need for careful buoyancy control.
The wall drops from approximately 18 metres down to 40 metres, with an average dive depth of 28 metres.
Anchor Wall is a boat-only dive site; boat access is required to reach the location.
No, this is a deep wall dive site intended for scuba diving, not snorkelling.
Diving at Anchor Wall in Hvar requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Anchor Wall in Hvar. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Anchor Wall in Hvar. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 20°C.
The best months to visit Anchor Wall in Hvar are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Anchor Wall in Hvar typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Anchor Wall in Hvar typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.