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Moana

3.9 — based on 18 community signals
4.3 12 species 32 contributors

Moana is a year-round Croatian dive site with 12 documented species observations and active community video content.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
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Best months
Year-round

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Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
2.2 kn
Wave
0.08 m
Water
25.5°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NNE (29%)
Now: ENE (63°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.42m

Today: High 06:00 (-0.45m), Low 23:00 (-0.64m)

+-0.4 m-0.8 m
▲ 06:00 · -0.45m ▲ 10:00 · -0.41m ▼ 23:00 · -0.64m ▲ 06:00 · -0.53m Now -0.5m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV5 · mod Air PM2.57 · good 06:41 19:00
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 7.6 0.1 5 1mm
09-20 9.3 0.34 5 0mm
09-21 12.7 0.58 5 0mm
09-22 12.6 0.8 5 0mm
09-23 6.5 0.48 5 0mm
09-24 13 0.24 5 7mm
09-25 10.2 0.5 4 1mm

About this spot

Moana sits in Croatia's Adriatic, offering diving access without marine protected area restrictions. The site has attracted documented observations of 12 different species, giving divers insight into local biodiversity. Community video coverage—three films from divers who've visited—provides real footage of conditions and marine life to help you plan your trip. While specific depth, difficulty, and water temperature data aren't published here, the species diversity and video documentation suggest Moana holds enough interest for repeat visits. The year-round diving window means you can schedule flexibly without tight seasonal constraints. Best approach: watch the community videos before arrival to gauge the site's layout and typical encounters. Check with local dive operators in Croatia for current conditions, required gear, and any minor logistical updates. The lack of MPA status means fewer regulatory layers, though that changes nothing about responsible diving practices.

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Best months

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

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 · 48%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 1473km · ~339kg · €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 Moana?

Moana is diveable year-round, so timing is flexible. Check community videos and recent reports from local operators to confirm seasonal visibility and water conditions before booking.

What depth and difficulty level is Moana?

Depth and difficulty ratings aren't documented in available data. Refer to the three community videos posted by divers and contact local Croatian dive operators for specific site briefing.

What marine life will I see?

Twelve species observations are documented at Moana. Watch the community videos to see actual footage of marine life. Local operators can brief you on current sightings before your dive.

Do I need a permit or special authorization?

Moana is not inside a marine protected area, so MPA permits aren't required. Always follow local dive regulations and check with Croatian authorities or operators for any current access requirements.

Operators near this spot

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

Moana

0 km
Dive centre

Fundiving

1.3 km
Dive centre

Coronata

5.7 km
Dive centre

Nautilus

5.9 km
Dive centre

Aquanaut Diving Centar Murter

5.9 km
Dive centre

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Moana Diving Center - Croatia (Rogoznica)

Moana Diving Center
💬 1 top comments
  • Its going to be the best place on the earth <3

    @karolinakidon · 👍 0

Dive Portorož - Nemo Divers - Wreck Maona Rosa - Nemo Divers

burrito133
💬 1 top comments
  • Unfortunately, there it is always poor visibility

    @wiihar · 👍 0

Subway - Croazia - Wreck MAONA

Michel Andre Rudelli
wind peaks Nov-Mar-Jan, calmest Feb-Oct-Jun, dry Jan-Dec.

5-year monthly climate

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

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