Sust - Istria Peninsula

Is-Sikka tal-Qawwi on Malta’s coast is a quieter spot that often gets overlooked, and that's precisely why we like it. We've often found ourselves drifting over rocky reefs here, keeping an eye out for larger dusky groupers tucked into crevices. The tapeweed beds are a nursery for juvenile fish, and it’s a good place to spot ornate wrasse darting between the fronds. If you take it slow and explore the rocks, you might even catch a glimpse of a common spiny lobster or a shy painted comber. It’s a solid pick for a relaxed afternoon dive, especially if you prefer fewer divers around.

Location
Istria Peninsula, Croatia, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
47.260544, 8.601255

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

Nearby Dive Sites in Istria Peninsula

Nearest Dive Centres to Sust

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 Species

Recommended Packing List for Sust

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