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Krivica

3.8 — based on 15 community signals
4.3 12 species 40 contributors

Krivica is a year-round Croatian dive site with documented marine life and accessible exploration opportunities.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
Shore entryFamily-friendly

At a glance

Activity
dive
Difficulty
beginner
Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
5 kn
Wave
0.12 m
Water
26.1°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NNE (21%)
Now: NNW (329°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.47m

Next: High at 11:00 (-0.37m)

+-0.4 m-0.8 m
▲ 11:00 · -0.37m ▼ 23:00 · -0.67m ▲ 07:00 · -0.46m ▲ 09:00 · -0.45m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV5.4 · mod Air PM2.56 · good 06:45 19:05
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 5.7 0.12 5 0mm
09-20 6.3 0.34 5 0mm
09-21 8 0.32 5 0mm
09-22 7.3 0.48 5 0mm
09-23 7.3 0.66 5 0mm
09-24 21.6 0.1 5 17mm
09-25 10.3 0.22 4 0mm

About this spot

Krivica sits on Croatia's coast as a accessible dive destination for divers of varying experience levels. The site supports at least 12 documented species observations, making it a solid choice for marine life spotting. With three community videos available, you can preview conditions and get a sense of what to expect underwater before you book. The site is not within a marine protected area, which means standard Croatian dive regulations apply. Local dive operators familiar with the region can guide you to the best structures and points of interest. Year-round diving is possible, though seasonal changes will affect visibility and comfort. Krivica works well as part of a broader Croatia dive itinerary. The Adriatic coast has dozens of sites ranging from shallow reefs to deeper wreck and wall dives. Pairing Krivica with nearby locations gives you flexibility if weather or conditions change. Check recent community videos before planning your trip to confirm current underwater conditions.

📖 Guide: Diving in Croatia: 68 Sites From Wrecks to Reefs

Best months

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

Dive types

ReefWall

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 ↔ 1352km · ~311kg · €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

Is Krivica good for diving year-round?

Yes, Krivica is diveable year-round. Seasonal conditions will vary—summer offers warmer water and typically better visibility, while winter diving requires more thermal protection. Check recent reports and community videos for current conditions before you dive.

What marine life can you expect at Krivica?

At least 12 species have been documented at Krivica. Community videos and local dive operators can give you specifics on what's currently active. Common Adriatic marine life includes groupers, amberjacks, octopus, and various reef fish.

Do you need a permit or special authorization to dive Krivica?

Krivica is not within a marine protected area, so standard Croatian diving rules apply. Work with a local dive operator who understands regional regulations and can handle any required paperwork.

How difficult is Krivica for beginners?

Specific difficulty and depth data for Krivica are not documented here. Watch the three available community videos and contact local dive operators to determine if the site suits your experience level and comfort zone.

Operators near this spot

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

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

2 records · 2 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Phorcus turbinatus

Phorcus turbinatus
Gastropoda · Trochidae
GBIF
Last seen:
3 Apr 2026
×1records

Mytilus galloprovincialis

Bivalvia · Mytilidae
GBIF
Last seen:
27 Mar 2026
×1records

Data: 187,991 observations from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) and GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Stachelrochen schwimmt durch die Bucht Krivica auf Lošinj

SeaHelp
💬 1 top comments
  • Sehr schönes Tier! Wir konnten einen kleinen Stachelrochen in Cres, etwas oberhalb der "Slowenensiedlung" während dem Schnorcheln beobachten.

    @Corni1401 · 👍 1

DIVER ITA IN 5MIN.mov

DIVERLOSINJ

Top Dive Experience / Čikat bay, Mali Lošinj, islands Susak and Premuda, The Cathedral Cave dive

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Local knowledge

OpenStreetMap Notes
  • "Forwarding anonymous report from #mapycz user, please verify: "closed""

    Matyjace · 2023-10-10
  • "Forwarding anonymous report from #Mapy.cz user, please verify: There's Borik FKK."

    Pan Perníček · 2023-02-07
wind peaks Nov-Jan-Mar, calmest Jul-Aug-Jun, dry Jan-Dec.

5-year monthly climate

60 samples
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
p25–p75 range Median Wind (kn) Air (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Jul (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (94/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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