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Star Fish

3.7 — based on 14 community signals
4.3 12 species 37 contributors

Star Fish offers year-round diving in Croatia with documented marine life and accessible exploration for visiting divers.

⭐ 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
3.1 kn
Wave
0.12 m
Water
25.5°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: E (31%)
Now: ENE (68°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.84m

Next: High at 08:00 (-0.38m)

+-0.2 m-1.0 m
▲ 08:00 · -0.38m ▲ 12:00 · -0.36m ▼ 00:00 · -0.71m ▲ 08:00 · -0.41m Now -0.5m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV5.05 · mod Air PM2.53 · good 06:48 19:09
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 6.4 0.12 5 0mm
09-20 8.3 0.08 5 0mm
09-21 13.9 0.14 5 0mm
09-22 15 0.54 5 0mm
09-23 8.5 0.44 5 0mm
09-24 16.6 0.04 4 28mm
09-25 6.7 0.26 5 0mm

About this spot

Star Fish is a dive destination in Croatia open to exploration throughout the year. The site has recorded 12 species observations, indicating active marine life monitoring and a established diving community presence. Three community videos document the site, providing visual reference for divers planning visits. The site sits outside a marine protected area, allowing standard diving access. Local divers have contributed observations that help build knowledge of the site's ecology and conditions. Year-round access means you can plan trips based on your schedule rather than seasonal windows, though conditions will vary by month. Star Fish draws divers interested in Mediterranean exploration where documentation and community input shape understanding of the site. The combination of recorded species data and video coverage suggests the destination supports both independent diving and group visits. Planning ahead and checking current conditions with local sources ensures the best experience.

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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 · 49%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 1252km · ~288kg · €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

Can I dive Star Fish year-round?

Yes, Star Fish is accessible year-round. Conditions will vary seasonally, so check current reports before booking to match water temperature, visibility, and weather to your preferences and experience level.

What marine life has been documented at Star Fish?

Twelve species observations have been recorded at the site. Community videos and local dive reports provide details on what divers encounter. Check with local operators or online dive community forums for the most current species sightings.

Do I need permits to dive Star Fish?

Star Fish is not within a marine protected area, so standard Croatian diving regulations apply. Verify current local requirements and any site-specific rules before your visit.

Is Star Fish suitable for beginners?

Difficulty and depth details for Star Fish are not currently documented. Contact local dive sources or review community videos to assess whether the site matches your certification level and experience.

Operators near this spot

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

Star Fish

0 km
Dive centre

Rovinj Sub - Diving Center

6.5 km
Dive centre

Diving Center Poreč

7.9 km
Dive centre

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

1 records · 1 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Rhizostoma pulmo

Scyphozoa · Rhizostomatidae
GBIF
Last seen:
17 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.

Crazy diving in #Croatia

Oded Levy

Starfish Diving Center in Vrsar, Croatia

Starfish DC
💬 1 top comments
  • und wo taucht ihr da???

    @100affenberg · 👍 0

Reef diving-Croatia" Gorgonian fields"

MrValle59
wind peaks Mar-Nov-Apr, calmest Feb-Jan-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)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Aug (100/100) Worst: Jun (0/100) Now: Sep (100/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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