

Best for intermediate divers, 25-60m, boat entry, mild current.
Zala Luka is a wall and reef site located off Vis Island, Croatia. The topography features a vertical wall dropping from 25 to 60 metres, requiring intermediate certification and careful depth monitoring. Visibility ranges from 10 to 30 metres, and currents are generally mild. Water temperatures remain between 14 and 18 degrees Celsius throughout the year, necessitating appropriate thermal protection. Access to the site is by boat only. Species recorded around this area include common octopus, Mediterranean violet aeolid, wrasses, scorpionfish, tompot blenny, painted comber, crab, bream, sea star, tube worm, snail, sea squirt, and triplefin.
43.21487, 16.65605
Keep a close eye on your depth gauge on this wall, as the drop to 60 metres makes it easy to descend further than planned without noticing. The dive shop on site offers guided tours, which are worth taking on your first visit to learn the best sections of the wall.
Access info coming soon
Recorded at this site
Depth
25-60m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-18°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Species recorded around this area include common octopus, Mediterranean violet aeolid, wrasses, scorpionfish, tompot blenny, painted comber, crab, bream, sea star, tube worm, snail, sea squirt, and triplefin.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the significant depth, which reaches 60 metres.
The site ranges from 25 to 60 metres, with an average depth of 35 metres.
Access to Zala Luka is by boat only.
The site experiences mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Water temperatures range from 14 to 18 degrees Celsius.
Diving at Zala Luka in Jelsa requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Zala Luka in Jelsa. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Zala Luka in Jelsa. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 18°C.
The best months to visit Zala Luka in Jelsa are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.