

Best for beginner divers, 5-22m, shore entry, moderate current.
Piranska Punta is a headland site on the Slovenian Adriatic Coast featuring a reef that transitions into a wall. Divers can explore depths ranging from 5 to 22 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. The site is accessed via a shore entry located 50 metres from the point. Conditions include moderate currents and visibility between 5 and 10 metres. Marine life includes wrasses, tompot blennies, crabs, snails, and various jellyfish such as the compass, fried egg, and barrel jellyfish. Other species recorded include cod, painted comber, bream, castagnole, spirograph, and salema porgy. Divers should remain aware of boat traffic and sharp rocks during entry and exit.
45.53105, 13.56450
Current at the point can pick up quickly, so check conditions before committing to the wall section and plan your entry to use the current rather than fight it. Night diving is possible here, which rewards patient divers with crabs and blennies that are far more active after dark.
Easy dive from the boat. The boat is anchored just outside of the marine reserve.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-22m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
10-21°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Common sightings include wrasses, tompot blennies, crabs, snails, and jellyfish such as the compass, fried egg, and barrel varieties. You may also encounter cod, painted comber, bream, castagnole, spirograph, and salema porgy.
While the site is accessible from the shore, the presence of moderate currents and deeper sections means it is best suited for open water divers who are comfortable managing their buoyancy.
The site ranges from 5 to 22 metres in depth, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Piranska Punta is a shore dive located 50 metres from the point.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallow reef sections are accessible, though divers should be aware of boat traffic and currents.
Diving at Piranska Punta in Piran requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Piranska Punta in Piran. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Piranska Punta in Piran. Water temperatures range from 10°C to 21°C.
Expect moderate currents at Piranska Punta in Piran. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Piranska Punta in Piran typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.