

Best for beginner divers, 0-50m, shore entry, mild current.
Kostrena is a shore-accessible reef and wall site located on Krk Island, Croatia. The topography extends from the surface to a maximum depth of 50 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Conditions are generally manageable for beginners due to mild currents and visibility ranging from 5 to 10 metres. The site is suitable for night diving and offers a range of on-site facilities including parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station. Divers should exercise caution regarding sea urchins when entering the water from the shore; protective footwear is recommended to avoid injury.
45.30267, 14.48802
Watch where you put your hands and knees on entry and when exploring the reef, as sea urchins are a known hazard on this site. The site has parking, showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station on site, so there is no need to pack light.
Private sea access is available at the Diving Center Kostrena, with a distance of twenty meters between the parking lot and the seashore.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 50m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
11-25°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Yes, the site is considered suitable for beginners, with mild currents and an average depth of 20 metres.
Access is via a shore entry. It is recommended to wear protective footwear and shuffle your feet when entering the shallows to avoid contact with sea urchins.
The site ranges from the surface down to 50 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Yes, the site provides parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, air fills, equipment rental, and guided tours.
Sea urchins are present at the site. Divers should be careful where they place their hands and knees during entry and while exploring the reef.
Diving at Kostrena in Kostrena requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Kostrena in Kostrena. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Kostrena in Kostrena. Water temperatures range from 11°C to 25°C.
Kostrena in Kostrena typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Kostrena in Kostrena typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.