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Kricin

3.8 — based on 17 community signals
4.2 12 species 28 contributors

Kricin is a year-round Croatian dive site with 12 recorded species observations and active community video documentation.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
Shore entryFamily-friendlyBeginner

At a glance

Activity
dive
Difficulty
beginner
Best months
Year-round
Marine life
Bottlenose dolphin

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
6.3 kn
Wave
0.06 m
Water
24.8°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: ENE (57%)
Now: NNW (333°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.71m

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

+-0.3 m-1.0 m
▼ 01:00 · -0.58m ▲ 10:00 · -0.36m ▼ 01:00 · -0.71m ▲ 09:00 · -0.43m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV5.15 · mod Air PM2.55 · good 06:44 19:04
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 10.9 0.08 5 0mm
09-20 6.4 0.02 5 0mm
09-21 15.1 0.38 5 0mm
09-22 12.1 0.34 5 0mm
09-23 4.8 0.32 5 0mm
09-24 6.3 0.04 5 38mm
09-25 10 0.04 5 0mm

About this spot

Kricin sits along Croatia's Adriatic coast, offering accessible diving throughout the year. The site draws divers interested in observing local marine life in an unprotected area, making it a flexible destination for those planning trips to the region. With 12 documented species observations, the site supports a modest but real ecosystem worth exploring. Community divers have contributed three videos of Kricin, providing visual reference for what to expect underwater. These resources offer a practical starting point for planning a dive and understanding the site's character. The spot works well for divers seeking straightforward conditions without the regulatory complexity of marine protected areas. Kricin fits into Croatia's broader dive landscape, where year-round conditions allow flexible scheduling. While specific depth, visibility, and temperature data aren't formally documented here, the site's active video archive suggests reliable diving. Local knowledge from the community video library will give you the best sense of current conditions and what marine life you're likely to encounter.

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Best months

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

Marine life

Bottlenose dolphin

Dive types

Shore

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 ↔ 1336km · ~307kg · €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

Can I dive Kricin year-round?

Yes. Kricin is open to diving throughout the year, making it a flexible option for trips to Croatia whenever your schedule allows.

What marine life will I see at Kricin?

Twelve species have been recorded at the site. Community videos offer the best visual guide to the actual marine life present. Check the video archive to see what recent divers encountered.

Do I need permits or special authorization to dive here?

Kricin is not inside a marine protected area, so you won't face the permit requirements that apply to some other Croatian dive sites. Standard dive safety practices and local regulations still apply.

Where can I find depth and visibility details?

Formal depth and visibility data aren't available here. Watch the three community videos posted for Kricin—they'll show you the actual conditions and help you prepare properly.

Operators near this spot

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

Recently spotted by divers

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Kricin Island Krk - 30.06.2019

Instructor Karel

Tauchen in Kroatien, Baska 2022 Squatina Diving

Reisestark
💬 3 top comments
  • ❤❤❤

    @milenaschlafli7602 · 👍 1
  • 😃 und wir E+M waren "dabei" 😅 👌 supper Vide

    @markusschlafli9131 · 👍 2
  • 🤩 has grad wieder müesse aaluege🧐 u Macarena tanze im Wasser isch natürlech obercool

    @markusschlafli9131 · 👍 0

Kricin Island Krk 21.06.2019

Instructor Karel
💬 1 top comments
  • Süss😃

    @adrianokostopravo8693 · 👍 0
wind peaks Nov-Jan-Oct, calmest May-Jul-Jun, dry Jan-Aug.

5-year monthly climate

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

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