

Best for beginner divers, 7-25m, boat entry, mild current.
Plava spilja, or Blue Cave, is a cavern and cave site located on the Luštica Peninsula. The site is characterised by natural openings that channel filtered blue light into the interior. Divers can explore depths ranging from 7 to 25 metres. Conditions are generally manageable with mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 15 and 21 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Access is exclusively by boat, and the site is suitable for beginner divers. Divers should remain cautious of surf and boat traffic during surface intervals and entry.
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Visit between 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM for the optimal angle of sunlight to see the blue light effect.
Access is by boat only. Boats depart from Luštica Bay, Herceg Novi, and Žanjice beach.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
7-25m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-21°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
15 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers, provided they hold an open-water certification.
The site features depths ranging from 7 metres at the cavern entrance to 25 metres in the deeper sections.
Boat access is required as there is no shore entry available. You must arrange a boat charter in advance.
While the site is primarily a dive location, the cavern's light effects can be observed from the surface, though boat entry is still required.
Divers should be aware of surf and shore break at the entry point, as well as boat traffic during surface intervals.
Diving at Plava spilja in Herceg Novi requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Plava spilja in Herceg Novi. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 21°C.
Plava spilja in Herceg Novi typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Plava spilja in Herceg Novi typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.