

St Ivan's Bay, located off the coast of Lastovo, offers a reef dive experience suitable for beginners. The site features depths ranging from 18 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 17 metres. Divers can expect visibility between 10 and 30 metres, allowing for clear views of the reef structure. Access to the site is by boat only, and divers should be prepared for moderate currents that can influence conditions. Water temperatures fluctuate between 14 and 21 degrees Celsius throughout the year, necessitating appropriate thermal protection such as a 5mm or 7mm wetsuit depending on the season.
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Access is by boat only, so arrange your charter in advance and confirm what equipment is provided, as facilities at the site itself should be checked locally before you travel. A 5mm wetsuit will cover you comfortably for most of the year, but move up to 7mm if you are diving in winter when temperatures drop toward 14 degrees Celsius.
Shore access.
Recorded at this site
Depth
18-20m
Visibility
10-30m
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-21°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug
Yes, the site is considered suitable for beginner divers with an Open Water certification, provided they are comfortable with moderate currents.
The site has a depth range of 18 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 17 metres.
Access to St Ivan's Bay is by boat only. You should arrange your charter in advance.
A 5mm wetsuit is generally sufficient for most of the year, but a 7mm wetsuit is recommended during winter months when temperatures drop toward 14 degrees Celsius.
Diving at St Ivan's Bay in Korcula requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit St Ivan's Bay in Korcula are June, July, and August. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at St Ivan's Bay in Korcula. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at St Ivan's Bay in Korcula typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.