Mala Dragica
Protected Area
Podmorje otoka Grgur i Goli
Why dive here
With 46+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, sea turtles and cuttlefish - Mala Dragica offers some of Istria Peninsula's richest diving. Water ranges 12-26°C, warmest July, August, September.
Mala Dragica sits at 25m, a straightforward dive for beginners in Istria. It's a relaxed spot, often with good visibility, where you can take your time exploring the rock formations. We’ve seen octopuses here, and the occasional scorpionfish tucked into crevices. It’s a gentle introduction to Mediterranean diving.
Typical Mala Dragica Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 25m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to Mala Dragica
Dive shops near Mala Dragica
Moby Dick Diving Center
Kron Diving
Mirko Diving Center
Mirko Diving Center
ILARIA D.O.O.
Squatina Diving
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Mala Dragica
Mala Dragica Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Mala Dragica, 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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