SANTA MARIA
Why dive here
With 46+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, sea turtles and cuttlefish - SANTA MARIA offers some of Istria Peninsula's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 12-26°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Santa Maria wreck in Istria offers a glimpse into a purposely sunk fishing vessel, now resting at a friendly 10-meter depth. We've found her to be a compelling site, especially considering she sits within an active fish farm zone. This means you’ll often see schools of farmed fish swirling around the wreck, a curious mix of the natural and the cultivated. It’s a pretty easy dive, perfect for those newer to wreck diving or anyone looking for a relaxed, shallow exploration. While not a dramatic drop, the Santa Maria still holds enough character to make for an interesting dive, with plenty of nooks and crannies for small groupers and gobies to call home.
Typical SANTA MARIA Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Nearest Dive Centres to SANTA MARIA
Dive shops near SANTA MARIA
IDENTICI DIVING SCHOOL RAVENNA A.S.D.
Albarella Diving Center SSDRL
A.S.D. Sub Nautilus
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SANTA MARIA
SANTA MARIA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SANTA MARIA, 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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