Best for beginner divers, 3-30m, shore entry, mild current.
Koparki is a freshwater quarry site in Jaworzno, Poland, featuring submerged wrecks and artificial reef structures. This shore-entry location is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 3 to 20 metres and an average depth of 15 metres. Divers experience mild currents and visibility between 3 and 15 metres. A thermocline is present, causing significant temperature shifts below 10 metres. Summer surface temperatures reach 18-20°C, while winter temperatures drop to 4-6°C. The site supports night diving and offers comprehensive facilities, including parking, toilets, showers, a rinse station, air fills, and equipment rental. Divers should be prepared for cold water and potential entanglement hazards.
50.22890, 19.31150
A thermocline can drop water temperature sharply below around 10 metres, so bring a thicker wetsuit or drysuit even in summer. On-site facilities include air fills, parking, showers, and a rinse station, making it a practical day trip with no need to carry spare equipment.
Located near the Polish city of Jaworzno at Płetwonurków 1, 43-602. Paid diving is required.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-30m
Visibility
3-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, offering a sheltered, shore-entry environment with depths ranging from 3 to 20 metres.
The site depths range from 3 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Koparki is a shore-entry dive site.
Conditions include mild currents and visibility ranging from 3 to 15 metres. A thermocline is common, which can cause sharp temperature drops below 10 metres.
Yes, the site provides parking, toilets, showers, a rinse station, air fills, and equipment rental.
Diving at Koparki in Jaworzno requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Koparki in Jaworzno are April, May, June, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
