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    Vela Draga Goli dive site
    24m
    Beginner
    Istria Peninsula, Croatia
    Podmorje otoka Grgur i Goli

    Vela Draga Goli

    Best months: Jul–Aug

    Protected Area

    Podmorje otoka Grgur i Goli

    Why dive here

    With 46+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, sea turtles and cuttlefish - Vela Draga Goli offers some of Istria Peninsula's richest diving. Water ranges 12-26°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeJul–Aug
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeDolphins, Sea Turtles and Cuttlefish · 46+ species recorded
    Water12-26°C · warmest July, August, September
    Charactermax 24m

    Vela Draga Goli, off the Istrian coast, is a solid choice for an easy dive. It’s a comfortable 24-meter depth, making it suitable for newer divers or those looking for a relaxed afternoon in the water. We usually find octopuses tucked into the rocks and schools of small fish darting around. It’s a good spot to stretch your fins and get comfortable in the Adriatic without any big surprises.

    Typical Vela Draga Goli Dive Profile

    10m20mSafety Stop0m24m max~30 min estimated bottom time

    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 Vela Draga Goli

    Vela Draga Goli Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Vela Draga Goli, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (45.08, 14.15) (21km away)

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    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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