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Lina wreck

3.7 — based on 13 community signals
4.2 12 species 26 contributors

The Lina wreck is an expert-level dive in Croatia offering year-round access to a deep wreck site with documented marine life.

⭐ Best for advanced divers.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Expert
Tec-friendly

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Activity
dive
Difficulty
expert
Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
5.3 kn
Wave
0.04 m
Water
24.5°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NE (46%)
Now: ENE (62°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.7m

Next: High at 10:00 (-0.38m)

+-0.3 m-1.0 m
▲ 10:00 · -0.38m ▼ 00:00 · -0.71m ▲ 08:00 · -0.45m ▼ 14:00 · -0.49m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV5.1 · mod Air PM2.55 · good 06:46 19:06
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 6.6 0.04 5 3mm
09-20 5.3 0.02 5 0mm
09-21 10.7 0.24 5 0mm
09-22 7.8 0.3 5 0mm
09-23 3.7 0.3 5 0mm
09-24 8.6 0.04 5 43mm
09-25 8.4 0.04 4 0mm

About this spot

The Lina wreck stands as one of Croatia's most challenging dive destinations, reserved for experienced technical divers. This submerged wreck has become a focal point for advanced exploration, drawing divers who seek the complexity and risk that deep wreck diving demands. The site operates outside marine protected areas, making it more accessible for independent expeditions. Marine life around the Lina has been documented through 12 recorded species observations, providing divers with baseline data on the wreck's ecosystem. The combination of structural penetration opportunities and established fauna makes this site valuable for those with the skills to navigate it safely. Community video documentation—three submissions so far—offers additional insight into conditions and marine behavior at depth. Year-round diving potential means you aren't locked into a narrow season window. This flexibility is rare among European wreck sites and reflects the stability of the Croatian diving environment. Before planning a trip, verify current conditions with local dive operations familiar with the site's technical demands and safety protocols.

📖 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

Wreck

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 ↔ 1296km · ~298kg · €5

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 the Lina wreck?

The Lina wreck is accessible year-round, giving divers flexibility in planning. However, confirm seasonal conditions with local operators, as weather and visibility can shift between seasons in the Adriatic.

Is this dive suitable for me?

The Lina wreck is classified as an expert-level site. Only divers with advanced technical training and deep wreck experience should attempt this dive. Proper certification and equipment are essential.

What marine life will I see?

Twelve species observations have been documented at the Lina wreck. Review available community footage and species records before diving to understand what fauna you might encounter.

Do I need permits or is the site in a protected area?

The Lina wreck is not located within a marine protected area, simplifying access. Still, check local Croatian diving regulations and arrange your dive with operators who know current requirements.

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

34 records · 26 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Chrysaora hysoscella

Scyphozoa · Pelagiidae
GBIF
Last seen:
22 Feb 2026
×1records

Tursiops truncatus

Mammalia · Delphinidae
GBIF
Last seen:
21 Feb 2026
×2records

Barbatia barbata

Bivalvia · Arcidae
GBIF
Last seen:
20 Feb 2026
×1records

Anemonia viridis

Anthozoa · Actiniidae
GBIF
Last seen:
20 Feb 2026
×1records

Pachygrapsus marmoratus

Malacostraca · Grapsidae
GBIF
Last seen:
17 Feb 2026
×2records

Pagurus anachoretus

Malacostraca · Paguridae
GBIF
Last seen:
17 Feb 2026
×1records

Eriphia verrucosa

Malacostraca · Eriphiidae
GBIF
Last seen:
17 Feb 2026
×1records

Cerithium vulgatum

Gastropoda · Cerithiidae
GBIF
Last seen:
16 Feb 2026
×3records

Dendrodoris grandiflora

Gastropoda · Dendrodorididae
GBIF
Last seen:
16 Feb 2026
×3records

Echinaster sepositus

Asteroidea · Echinasteridae
GBIF
Last seen:
16 Feb 2026
×2records

Elysia timida

Gastropoda · Plakobranchidae
GBIF
Last seen:
16 Feb 2026
×2records

Aequipecten opercularis

Bivalvia · Pectinidae
GBIF
Last seen:
16 Feb 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.

Diving Croatia, Wreck Lina | a day with Frontier Adriatic HD

Frontier Adriatic

VRAK LODE LINA, CHORVÁTSKO / WRECK LINA, CROATIA

Nero Diver

Lost in the Deep... (Divetrip Wreck Lina Croatia Sveta Marina 2019)

ZERO GRAVITY
wind peaks Nov-Apr-Jan, calmest Sep-Oct-Dec, dry Jan-Dec.

5-year monthly climate

60 samples
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
p25–p75 range Median Wind (kn) Air (°C)

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