

Best for beginner divers, 8-39m, shore & boat entry, moderate current.
Foka is a diverse dive site in the Kvarner Gulf featuring a reef, wall, cave, and wreck. Located 40 metres from the shore, the site offers depths ranging from 8 to 39 metres with visibility between 10 and 25 metres. Divers should be prepared for moderate to strong currents and overhead environments within the cave and wreck sections. The site is accessible by both shore and boat, with full facilities including parking, showers, and equipment rental available on-site. Night diving is permitted, providing a different perspective of the reef and cave structures. Due to the depth and overhead environments, careful monitoring of dive profiles is necessary.
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The cave and wreck create overhead environments that can disorient less experienced divers, so bring a torch even during daylight dives. The site runs year-round and has full shore facilities including parking, showers, and a rinse station, so a day trip with multiple dives is straightforward to organise.
The center is located in the Šimuni Camping Village and the Straško Camp on the island of Pag.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-39m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
12-26°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
While the site is listed for beginners, the presence of overhead environments and depths reaching 39 metres requires careful depth monitoring and appropriate certification for deeper sections.
The site features a depth range of 8 to 39 metres.
Yes, Foka is accessible by both shore and boat, located 40 metres from the shore.
Hazards include the deep nature of the site, overhead environments in the cave and wreck, and the potential for strong currents.
The site is primarily designated for diving, with depths reaching up to 39 metres and specific overhead hazards.
Diving at Foka in Novalja requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Foka in Novalja. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Foka in Novalja. Water temperatures range from 12°C to 26°C.
Expect moderate currents at Foka in Novalja. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Foka in Novalja typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.