ILARIA D.O.O. - Istria Peninsula

ILARIA D.O.O. operates out of Istria, putting you right in the heart of Croatia's northern Adriatic. They focus on the local wrecks and rocky reefs scattered around the peninsula, good for divers who enjoy exploring historic sites and the unique topography here. Conditions vary seasonally, but summer generally brings calmer seas and decent visibility. It’s a solid pick if you’re staying in Istria and want convenient access to the area’s signature diving.

Location: Istria Peninsula, Croatia, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates: 44.725160, 14.816251
Phone: +38598779819
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.mirkodivingcenter.com
Address: Barbat 710, Rab, 51280, HRV

Dive Sites Near ILARIA D.O.O.

ILARIA D.O.O. provides access to 15 dive sites in Istria Peninsula.

Other Dive Centres in Istria Peninsula

100 x 100 Diving - PADI, TECREC, DAN, EFR
ACQUASUB VICENZA TEAM asd
Albarella Diving Center SSDRL
Apnea Slovenija
Aquaemotion SSD SRL
Aquanautic Elba - SSI
AREA SUB (NAUTICA TREVISO)
Argentario Divers - PADI, SSI, UTD
ASD Cormorano Sub Forli
A.S.D. ELMOSCIOLO CLUB SUB FALCONARA M.MA

Best Time to Dive in Istria Peninsula

The warmest water temperatures in Istria Peninsula occur in August, averaging 26.1°C. The coolest conditions are in March at 11.8°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

January: 13.5°C
February: 11.9°C
March: 11.8°C
April: 13.4°C
May: 17.0°C
June: 22.4°C
July: 25.6°C
August: 26.1°C
September: 23.6°C
October: 20.3°C
November: 17.8°C
December: 15.8°C

Marine Life in Istria Peninsula

Home to 48 recorded species including 28 reef fish, 7 sharks & rays, 3 other, 2 crabs & lobsters, 2 octopus & squid, 1 whales & dolphins.

Notable Marine Life

Corb (Sciaena umbra) - Reef Fish
Cape Shark (Squalus acanthias) - Sharks & Rays
conger (Conger conger) - Reef Fish
Common lobster (Homarus gammarus) - Crabs & Lobsters
Common Eagle Ray (Myliobatis aquila) - Sharks & Rays
poor cod (Trisopterus minutus) - Reef Fish
Blue Stingray (Pteroplatytrygon violacea) - Sharks & Rays
Common smoothhound (Mustelus mustelus) - Sharks & Rays
Painted Comber (Serranus scriba) - Reef Fish
Wrasse (Coris julis) - Reef Fish

Recommended Packing List for Istria Peninsula

Based on average water temperature of 18.3°C, currents 2 cm/s.

Wetsuit (3-5mm) - comfortable for 18°C water
Mask - essential for every dive
Fins
BCD - buoyancy compensator
Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories