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Medova Buža

3.7 — based on 14 community signals
4.3 12 especies 33 colaboradores

Medova Buža is a Croatian dive site in Uvala Crnika offering year-round access with documented marine life observations and community video content.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Principiante
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Actividad
dive
Dificultad
beginner

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
4.6 kn
Olas
0.12 m
Agua
24.1°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: N (32%)
Now: NW (320°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.63m

Próxima: Baja a las 01:00 (-0.59m)

+-0.3 m-1.0 m
▼ 01:00 · -0.59m ▲ 11:00 · -0.38m ▼ 00:00 · -0.71m ▲ 08:00 · -0.46m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV5.3 · mod Aire PM2.56 · good 06:44 19:04
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 5.6 0.16 5 0mm
09-20 6.5 0.04 5 0mm
09-21 11.7 0.26 5 0mm
09-22 11.7 0.38 5 0mm
09-23 4.1 0.38 5 0mm
09-24 6.3 0.04 5 38mm
09-25 10 0.08 5 0mm

About this spot

Medova Buža, located in Uvala Crnika on Croatia's coast, is an accessible dive destination open throughout the year. The site attracts divers seeking to explore its underwater environment, which supports a diverse range of marine species documented across 12 recorded observations. The area is outside a marine protected zone, making it straightforward for independent divers to plan visits. Community-generated video content from three separate dives provides visual reference for what to expect underwater, offering insights into the site's character and conditions. The spot suits divers looking for a less-regulated Croatian location with established community knowledge. Water conditions, maximum depths, and visibility ranges may vary seasonally, so checking recent dive logs and local reports before entry is sensible. Medova Buža works as part of a broader itinerary exploring Uvala Crnika's underwater attractions, which offer varied geology and habitats typical of the Adriatic.

📖 Guía: Buceo en Croacia: 68 Puntos desde Pecios hasta Arrecifes

Tipos de buceo

Arrecife

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

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
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 1569km · ~361kg · €6

Desde tu país de salida

Estados Unidos
Puntuación de origen: 77/100
  • Visado: Sin visado · 90 días máx.
  • Vuelo: 6h · directo
  • Jet-lag: 6h este · 4 días de recuperación

Preguntas frecuentes

Can I dive Medova Buža year-round?

Yes, Medova Buža is accessible throughout the year. However, seasonal water temperature and visibility shifts mean winter and summer dives will differ. Check recent community videos and local reports to plan for the conditions during your intended visit.

What marine life can I see at Medova Buža?

Twelve species observations have been documented at the site. Community video records offer visual confirmation of the marine life present. Your actual sightings will depend on season, time of day, and conditions during your dive.

Do I need special permits or certifications to dive here?

Medova Buža is not within a marine protected area, simplifying access. Standard diving practices and local regulations still apply. Check with local dive operators or Croatian diving authorities for any current requirements.

What should I expect in terms of difficulty and depth?

Site-specific depth and difficulty data are not documented here. Review the three community videos available online and contact local divers or operators for reliable guidance on what to prepare for before your dive.

Operadores cerca de este spot

Centros de buceo, escuelas de kite y surf en un radio de 10 km, desde OpenStreetMap.

Moby Dick Diving Center

1.2 km
Centro de buceo

Kron Diving

4 km
Centro de buceo
Teléfono: +38551776620
Horario: Mo-Su 09:00-18:00

Kap Zašorga

6.7 km
Centro de buceo

Recently spotted by divers

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

2 registros · 1 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Mytilus galloprovincialis

Bivalvia · Mytilidae
GBIF
Última observación:
3 feb 2026
×2registros

Datos: 187.991 observaciones de OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) y GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Medova Buža- Felix Arba Expedition '23

J.Bender

Diving Medova buza Rab with Aquasport

Robi Trplan
💬 1 top comments
  • ... da war ich auch schon mit Rico!!!!! ;-))

    @alexnixtaucher · 👍 0

Mirko Diving Center in Medova buža 10.10.2015

MirkoDivingCenter

Local knowledge

OpenStreetMap Notes
  • "There Is a pedestrian public pathway from this point going straight west direction until the pathway next to the parking lot"

    anonymous · 2024-08-21
  • "The location is correct, but the name should be 'Put Kaldanca, Rab, Croatia' instead of Put kaldanca, 'Nital Palit, Croatia."

    anonymous · 2024-08-19
  • "onosm.org submitted note from a business: Name: Villa Babalonija addr:housenumber=92 addr:street=Kampor addr:place=Suha Punta addr:city=Rab addr:postcode=51280 Telefonnummer: +385981851273 Webseite: https://www.villa-babalonija.com Rollstuhlzugang: yes Kategorie: Ferienwohnung Beschreibung: Apartment Akzeptierte Zahlungsmethoden:"

    anonymous · 2024-07-27
wind peaks Nov-Jan-Mar, calmest Aug-Jun-Jul, dry Jan-Oct.

Clima mensual de 5 años

60 muestras
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
rango p25–p75 Mediana Viento (nudos) Aire (°C)

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