

Best for beginner divers, 5-15m, shore entry, mild current.
Čikat Underwater Museum is an artificial reef located in the Kvarner Gulf, Croatia. The site features 11 replicas of historical artefacts, including cannons and the Apoxyomenos statue, arranged on the seabed. Situated at depths between 5 and 15 metres, with an average of 10 metres, the museum is accessible to both divers and snorkellers. Entry is from the shore, and conditions typically include mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 20 metres. Facilities at the location include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and a dive shop offering equipment rental, air fills, and guided tours. The site is suitable for beginners, with a typical dive duration of 40 minutes.
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If you have a day with good visibility, you can see the Apoxyomenos statue from the surface.
Located in Čikat Bay, 1 km from the centre of Mali Lošinj.
No known hazards
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
5-15m
Visibility
10-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
12-24°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 5 to 15 metres and mild currents.
The exhibits are placed at depths between 5 and 15 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Yes, the site is suitable for snorkelling and has a snorkel rating of 3/5.
Yes, entry to the Čikat Underwater Museum is from the shore.
Diving at Čikat Underwater Museum in Mali Lošinj requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Čikat Underwater Museum in Mali Lošinj. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Čikat Underwater Museum in Mali Lošinj. Water temperatures range from 12°C to 24°C.
The best months to visit Čikat Underwater Museum in Mali Lošinj are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Čikat Underwater Museum in Mali Lošinj typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Čikat Underwater Museum in Mali Lošinj typically ranges from 10 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.