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Kap Tanki

3.8 — based on 18 community signals
4.2 12 species 24 contributors

Kap Tanki is a year-round Croatian dive site with 12 documented species observations and active community video coverage.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
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At a glance

Activity
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Best months
Year-round
Marine life
Common octopus

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
3.4 kn
Wave
0.08 m
Water
24.7°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: N (33%)
Now: NNW (329°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.68m

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

+-0.3 m-1.0 m
▼ 01:00 · -0.58m ▲ 11:00 · -0.36m ▼ 00:00 · -0.71m ▲ 09:00 · -0.44m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV5.3 · mod Air PM2.56 · good 06:44 19:04
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 6.8 0.1 5 0mm
09-20 6.6 0.04 5 0mm
09-21 11.7 0.26 5 0mm
09-22 11.7 0.28 5 0mm
09-23 4.1 0.28 5 0mm
09-24 6.3 0.04 5 38mm
09-25 10 0.06 5 0mm

About this spot

Kap Tanki lies off the Croatian coast and offers diving access throughout the year. The site has attracted enough diver interest to generate 12 species observations logged by the community, giving you a sense of the local marine life diversity. Three community videos are available, so you can preview conditions and wildlife before you go. The site sits outside any marine protected area, which means standard access rules apply. While specific depth, visibility, and temperature data aren't currently documented, the presence of multiple species records suggests the location supports healthy marine habitats worth exploring. Croatia's Adriatic coast is known for clear water, dramatic underwater topography, and thriving fish populations. Kap Tanki fits into that broader picture. Check local dive operators for current conditions, equipment recommendations, and any seasonal variations that might affect your visit.

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Best months

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

Marine life

Common octopus

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 ↔ 1344km · ~309kg · €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 Tanki?

Kap Tanki can be dived year-round. For the warmest water and calmest conditions, summer months (June–September) are typically ideal. Winter diving is possible but expect cooler water and potentially rougher sea states.

What depth should I expect?

Specific depth data for Kap Tanki is not currently documented. Contact local Croatian dive operators for detailed site profiles, depth ranges, and recommendations based on your certification level.

What marine life is there?

Twelve species observations have been recorded at Kap Tanki. The Adriatic typically hosts groupers, breams, wrasse, octopus, and other Mediterranean species. Check the community species log for the most recent sightings.

Do I need permits to dive here?

Kap Tanki is not inside a marine protected area, so standard Croatian diving rules apply. Dive with a licensed operator or ensure you meet local requirements for independent diving. Always check current regulations before traveling.

Operators near this spot

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

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See this spot in action

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Kamenjak, Croatia 2022 diving

Marecki

Cave Project Morpheus - Cave diving in Croatia - Cetina River

kardasz. net Nurkowanie i Latanie Paralotnie PPG!
💬 2 top comments
  • Jak chować, gdzie chować? W internecie :)) kardasz.net / zawsze świeże bułeczki :)

    @kardasznet · 👍 0
  • ???? Czemu tego wcześniej nie widziałem ???? Cardash przestań chować swoje filmy :)

    @tomekplotek · 👍 0

PART 2 ENTERING WATER IN SIDEMOUNT (DOUBLEENDER SERIES)

Tomasz Michura
💬 3 top comments
  • Great video, showing exactly the steps needed to dive sidemount from a boat. Thank you very much

    @laabel5969 · 👍 5
  • Nice video!!

    @AzulUnlimited · 👍 3
  • As usual very high quality material with a lot of effort and dedication, which is not nearly reflected in the number of views. Mission is the right word for it. Thank You!

    @Johannes_DPV-Cavediver · 👍 4

Local knowledge

OpenStreetMap Notes
  • "Forwarding anonymous report from #Mapy.cz user, please verify: "There is located Crkva svetog Mavra"."

    Tajtrdlik · 2023-11-02
  • "is here a drinking water place, I found a info by the Infoboard by the parking place"

    APneunzehn74 · 2022-09-23
wind peaks Nov-Jan-Mar, calmest Aug-Jun-Jul, dry Jan-Oct.

5-year monthly climate

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