

Best for beginner divers, 1-40m, boat entry, mild current.
Vodnjak, located off Vis Island, Croatia, offers a diverse underwater landscape featuring a reef, wall, canyon, and cave system. The site topography begins at 1 metre and descends to a maximum depth of 40 metres. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. The site is accessible only by boat. Due to the depth range, it is suitable for beginners who can manage their profile by staying within the shallower reef and wall sections. Water temperatures fluctuate between 14 and 20 degrees Celsius throughout the year, requiring appropriate thermal protection. The habitat supports various reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region.
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Because the site reaches 40 metres, stick to the shallower reef and wall sections where the interesting structure begins and your air lasts longer. Boat access means checking locally for operators, as facilities at the site itself are unconfirmed.
Boat access is required to reach the site.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 40m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-20°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug
The site supports a variety of reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region's habitat.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though they should remain in the shallower reef and wall sections to manage their air consumption and depth.
The site topography ranges from 1 metre at the shallow reef to a maximum depth of 40 metres at the canyon and wall.
Vodnjak is a boat-only dive site; you must arrange transport with local operators.
While the site is primarily a dive location, the shallow reef sections starting at 1 metre are accessible for snorkelling, provided you have boat access.
Diving at Vodnjak in Hvar requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Vodnjak in Hvar. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 20°C.
The best months to visit Vodnjak in Hvar are June, July, and August. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Vodnjak in Hvar typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Vodnjak in Hvar typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.