

Best for beginner divers, 18-40m, boat entry, mild current.
Island Ravnik offers a diverse underwater landscape near Vis Town, featuring a combination of caves, caverns, a reef, a wall, and a wreck. Divers can explore depths ranging from 18 to 40 metres, though average depths are shallower. Access is by boat only, and the site is suitable for beginners, provided they monitor their depth and air consumption carefully. Visibility typically ranges between 10 and 30 metres, with mild currents that can occasionally strengthen near cave entrances. Species recorded around this area include Mediterranean moray, giant doris, wrasses, and various sea stars. Due to potential upwellings, water temperatures can be cooler at depth, often requiring a 5mm wetsuit or semi-dry suit.
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The green light effect in the cave is caused by sun rays reflecting off green algae at the bottom of the cave entrances.
The cave is located on the southwest side of Ravnik Islet near Vis and is accessible by boat.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
18-40m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-19°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Species recorded around this area include Mediterranean moray, giant doris, wrasses, Turkish wrasse, Mediterranean violet aeolid, Cratena slug, purple sea stars, Tompot blenny, flat crab, castagnole, two-banded seabream, Madeira rockfish, and sea hare.
Yes, the site is listed as beginner-friendly, though the deeper sections reaching 40 metres require careful monitoring of air consumption and pressure.
The site features depths ranging from 18 to 40 metres, with an average depth of approximately 15 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site located 926 metres from the shore.
Water temperatures range from 14C to 19C throughout the year. Upwellings often bring colder temperatures at depth, so thermal protection is recommended.
Diving at Island Ravnik in Vis requires the following certifications: BSAC Ocean Diver, PADI Open Water Diver. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Island Ravnik in Vis. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 19°C.
The best months to visit Island Ravnik in Vis are April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.