Božava Diving - Kornati Islands

Božava offers a solid dive in the Kornati Islands, a good spot if you’re looking for a relaxed exploration. We’ve found the rock formations here interesting, with plenty of small nooks and crannies to poke into. You’ll often spot common octopus tucked away, and European squid tend to glide by in the open water. Keep an eye out for scorpionfish camouflaged against the rocks; their patience is impressive. It’s a site that suits divers who enjoy a slower pace, focusing on spotting the smaller, shyer residents of the Mediterranean rather than big pelagics.

Location
Kornati Islands, Croatia, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
44.140167, 14.905346
Type
reef
Maximum Depth
10-30m

Marine Protected Area: Uvala Zagračina

Best Time to Dive in Kornati Islands

The warmest water temperatures in Kornati Islands occur in August, averaging 25.6°C. The coolest conditions are in March at 14.1°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 15.3°C
  • February: 14.3°C
  • March: 14.1°C
  • April: 14.7°C
  • May: 17.6°C
  • June: 21.8°C
  • July: 24.7°C
  • August: 25.6°C
  • September: 24.0°C
  • October: 21.4°C
  • November: 19.5°C
  • December: 17.1°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Kornati Islands

Nearest Dive Centres to Božava Diving

Marine Life in Kornati Islands

Home to 91 recorded species including 64 reef fish, 10 sharks & rays, 6 octopus & squid, 3 crabs & lobsters, 3 other, 3 hard corals.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Božava Diving

Based on average water temperature of 19.2°C, currents 3 cm/s.

  • Wetsuit (3-5mm) - comfortable for 19°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