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Kap Silo

3.8 — based on 16 community signals
4.2 12 species 22 contributors

Kap Silo is a year-round dive destination off the Croatian coast with documented marine species and active community video documentation.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
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Activity
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Best months
Year-round
Marine life
Common octopus

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
7.4 kn
Wave
0.08 m
Water
25.1°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: E (44%)
Now: NNE (12°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.71m

Next: Low at 01:00 (-0.58m)

+-0.3 m-1.0 m
▼ 01:00 · -0.58m ▲ 11:00 · -0.35m ▼ 01:00 · -0.71m ▲ 09:00 · -0.43m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV5.1 · mod Air PM2.55 · good 06:43 19:04
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 7.2 0.1 5 0mm
09-20 7 0.04 5 0mm
09-21 11.9 0.26 5 0mm
09-22 7.1 0.28 5 0mm
09-23 4.9 0.28 5 0mm
09-24 9 0.04 5 43mm
09-25 11.4 0.06 5 0mm

About this spot

Kap Silo sits off Croatia's coast and welcomes divers throughout the year. The site has attracted enough attention to generate 12 documented species observations and three community videos, signaling a healthy dive community presence. Local divers regularly share footage and sightings, making it a known spot for those exploring Croatia's underwater geography. The area is not within a marine protected area, which means standard Croatian diving regulations apply. Access is straightforward for divers based in or visiting the region. The consistent year-round availability makes Kap Silo flexible for trip planning—you're not locked into narrow seasonal windows. While specific depth, visibility, and temperature data aren't published here, the species observations suggest diverse marine life typical of the Adriatic. The active video community means recent condition reports and dive footage are likely available through local dive networks and online forums. Divers planning a visit should connect with local operators or the community video uploads to get current conditions and site specifics before suiting up.

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Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Marine life

Common octopus

Dive types

Reef

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type C/F · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 1346km · ~310kg · €6

From your departure country

United States
Origin score: 77/100
  • Visa: Visa-free · 90 days max
  • Flight: 6h · direct
  • Jet-lag: 6h east · 4 days recovery

FAQ

When is the best time to dive Kap Silo?

Kap Silo is open year-round, so you can dive any month. Check with local operators or community posts for seasonal variations in visibility and water conditions.

What depth and difficulty level is Kap Silo?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings aren't documented here. Contact local Croatian dive operators or review community videos for current depth and skill-level guidance.

What marine life will I see at Kap Silo?

Twelve species observations have been documented at Kap Silo. Typical Adriatic marine life is expected, but check community video uploads and local reports for the most current species sightings.

Do I need permits or special access for Kap Silo?

Kap Silo is not inside a marine protected area, so standard Croatian diving rules apply. Verify current access requirements with local dive shops or Croatian maritime authorities before your trip.

Operators near this spot

Dive centres, kite & surf schools within 10 km, sourced from OpenStreetMap.

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Diving Adriatic Sea - Krk & Plavnik (Croatia 2019)

Frank Ullrichskötter
💬 3 top comments
  • Ciao è un paradiso ❤

    @UmbertoGasti-mz3ql · 👍 0
  • Спасибо за возможность еще раз увидеть эту красоту)))

    @ИннаШевченко-й8ф · 👍 0
  • Grasias 2 infartos bonito video

    @manuelguerrero7764 · 👍 0

Simo Clan Diving Peltatis Wreck KRK Croatia 2016

Simo Clan ---- Mandy & Mark Simpson

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wind peaks Nov-Jan-Mar, calmest Jul-Sep-Jun, dry Jan-Dec.

5-year monthly climate

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p25–p75 range Median Wind (kn) Air (°C)

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