Galijola
Protected Area
Otok Zeča
Why dive here
With 46+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, sea turtles and cuttlefish - Galijola offers some of Istria Peninsula's richest diving. Water ranges 12-26°C, warmest July, August, September.
Dropping onto the reef at Galijola, you’re often greeted by a patchwork of Bushy Coral and the bright splashes of Sunset Cup Coral. It’s a good spot to potter around, spotting Common Brittlestars tucked into crevices or watching Damsel fish dart through the water. We’ve even seen the odd Thornback Skate cruising along the sandier patches, which is always a treat. While there are a decent number of species here, keep an eye out for the Killer Alga, which, despite its name, is more of an invasive plant than a predator. It’s a solid dive for those looking for a relaxed exploration rather than a high-octane drift.
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Diving Center Shark
Scuba Libre
Krnicadive
Orca Diving Centre
MUP
diving Cres
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Galijola
Galijola Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Galijola, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (45.08, 14.15) (21km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
20°C
68°F · Range: 18.4–22.3°C
Current Speed
3.16 cm/s
Direction: W (288.4°)
Salinity
37.74 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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