

Best for beginner divers, 6-40m, boat entry, mild current.
Punta Šilo on Krk Island features a reef and wall topography that begins at a depth of 6 metres and descends to 40 metres. The site is accessible by boat, located 300 metres from the shore. With mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres, it is suitable for beginners. The wall is characterised by sponges and gorgonian sea fans. Divers and snorkellers should be aware of sea urchins present in the area and exercise caution when re-entering the boat or placing hands and fins on the reef. Facilities including parking, air fills, and guided tours are available at the on-site dive shop.
45.15730, 14.66900
Watch where you put your hands and fins on the reef, as sea urchins are a known hazard at this site. Book guided tours through the on-site dive shop, which also handles air fills, so you can arrive without a full kit load.
Boat access required.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-40m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
11-25°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jul, Aug
The site features sponges and gorgonian sea fans on the wall. No specific fish or mobile marine species data is provided for this location.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild currents and the accessible shallower sections of the reef and wall.
The site ranges from 6 to 40 metres in depth, with an average depth of 18 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat is required to reach the site, which is located 300 metres from the shore.
Yes, Punta Šilo is suitable for both diving and snorkelling activities.
Sea urchins are present at the site. Divers and snorkellers should wear appropriate footwear on the shore and exercise caution when re-entering the boat or touching the reef.
Diving at Punta Šilo in Šilo requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Punta Šilo in Šilo. Water temperatures range from 11°C to 25°C.
The best months to visit Punta Šilo in Šilo are July and August. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Punta Šilo in Šilo typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Punta Šilo in Šilo typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.