

Best for beginner divers, 5-25m, shore entry, mild current.
Valovine 1 in Pula offers a diverse underwater landscape featuring a wall, reef, canyon, and cave. Suitable for beginners, the site allows for exploration between 5 and 25 metres with mild currents. Shore entry requires caution due to sea urchins and sharp rocks, so protective footwear is recommended. Divers and snorkellers frequently encounter wrasses, bream, painted combers, and various crabs. The rocky surfaces host scorpionfish, sea stars, and tompot blennies, while observant visitors may spot squat lobsters, Mediterranean violet aeolids, and yellow zoanthids. Be aware of potential boat traffic and variable visibility. The site provides full facilities including parking, showers, and changing rooms.
44.85950, 13.80980
The site has a cave and canyon section, so even at beginner level you should be comfortable with the idea of an overhead environment before entering those areas. Full facilities including parking, showers, and changing rooms are available on site, making it an easy day trip.
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Depth
5-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
12-20°C
Current
Mild
Divers and snorkellers regularly encounter wrasses, bream, painted combers, crabs, sea stars, and tompot blennies. Less common sightings include scorpionfish, squat lobsters, Mediterranean violet aeolids, cow snails, yellow zoanthids, soft corals, and sea hares.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though those wishing to enter the cave and canyon sections should be comfortable with overhead environments.
The site depth ranges from 5 to 25 metres.
Valovine 1 is a shore entry site.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling activities.
Diving at Valovine 1 in Pula requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Valovine 1 in Pula. Water temperatures range from 12°C to 20°C.
Valovine 1 in Pula typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.