

Best for intermediate divers, 20-62m, boat entry.
Samonjin is a wall and cave site located off Krk Island, Croatia, offering a vertical profile that descends from 20 to 62 metres. The site is characterised by its significant depth and overhead cave environments, requiring advanced certification and careful gas management. Visibility is consistently 30 metres, allowing for clear observation of the wall's topography. The wall features sponge colonies and gorgonians, while the cave sections provide shelter for conger eels, scorpionfish, octopus, forkbeard, and spiny lobster. Nudibranchs can be found on the encrusted surfaces. Access is strictly by boat, and divers should be prepared for water temperatures ranging from 12C in winter to 25C in summer.
44.91480, 14.81927
Water temperature swings from 12°C in winter to 25°C in summer, so check conditions before you go and pack a drysuit or a thick wetsuit for the colder months. Access is boat-only, so arrange your charter in advance and confirm current facility availability locally.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
20-62m
Visibility
30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
12-25°C
Current
None
Divers can observe sponge colonies and gorgonians on the wall, while the cave sections host conger eels, scorpionfish, octopus, forkbeard, and spiny lobster. Nudibranchs are also present on the encrusted surfaces.
No, Samonjin is an intermediate to advanced site due to its depth range of 20 to 62 metres and the presence of overhead cave environments.
The site features a wall that drops from 20 metres down to a maximum depth of 62 metres.
No, this site requires boat access. You must arrange a charter in advance to reach the location.
Due to the depth of the wall and the cave environment, this site is primarily intended for scuba diving rather than snorkelling.
Divers must maintain strict depth monitoring and manage gas supplies carefully. Do not enter the cave environment unless you are specifically trained in overhead procedures.
Diving at Samonjin in Kvarner requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Samonjin in Kvarner. Water temperatures range from 12°C to 25°C.
Visibility at Samonjin in Kvarner typically ranges from 30 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.