Malibu Bay
Protected Area
Podmorje Plavnika i Kormata
Why dive here
With 46+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, sea turtles and cuttlefish - Malibu Bay offers some of Istria Peninsula's richest reef diving. Water ranges 12-26°C, warmest July, August, September.
Malibu Bay in Istria is a solid spot for a relaxed dive, especially if you’re just getting your fins wet in the Adriatic. The reef here drops gently to about 24 metres, making it comfortable for beginners to explore without feeling rushed. You'll likely spot small schools of bream darting around the rocks, maybe an octopus tucked into a crevice if you have a keen eye. It’s not a drift dive, so you can take your time poking around the nooks and crannies. We find it's a good alternative when the more exposed sites are a bit choppy.
Typical Malibu Bay 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 24m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Malibu Bay
Malibu Bay Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Malibu Bay, 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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