

Best for intermediate divers, 2-45m, boat entry, mild current.
Nova Pošta near Vis Town offers a diverse underwater landscape featuring a shallow reef starting at 2 metres and a wall descending to 45 metres. The site includes a cave system and drift sections suitable for intermediate divers. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 15 metres with mild currents. Divers encounter scorpionfish, conger eels, snowflake morays, and octopus within the rocky crevices and wall recesses. Nudibranchs are found across the shallower reef, while forkbeard and spiny lobster inhabit the area. Access is by boat only, and divers must exercise caution regarding heavy boat traffic when surfacing. The overhead environment within the cave requires appropriate training and awareness.
43.08040, 16.18130
A torch is essential to see the yellow sponges at 40m, which appear dark without artificial light.
Boat dive, 1.8 nautical miles from Vis town.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 45m
Visibility
10-15m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-19°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jun, Sep
Divers can observe scorpionfish, conger eels, snowflake morays, octopus, nudibranchs, forkbeard, and spiny lobster.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers, specifically those holding an Advanced certification, due to the wall, cave system, and drift conditions.
The site ranges from 2 to 45 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Nova Pošta is a boat-only dive site located over 3 kilometres from the shore.
June and September offer the best balance of visibility and water temperature.
Yes, divers must be aware of heavy boat traffic when surfacing and the overhead environment present within the cave and swim-through sections.
Diving at Nova Pošta in Vis requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Nova Pošta in Vis. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 19°C.
Nova Pošta in Vis typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Nova Pošta in Vis typically ranges from 10 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.