Purple Bay
Protected Area
Crni rat - o. Brač
Why dive here
With 108+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, octopuses, sea turtles and cuttlefish - Purple Bay offers some of Split & Central Dalmatia's richest reef diving.
Purple Bay, just off the coast in Central Dalmatia, offers a straightforward dive. You’ll find a rocky slope descending gently, with scattered sponges and small gorgonians clinging to the rock face. It’s a good spot for a relaxed second dive or for divers getting reacquainted with their gear, typically without strong currents. Keep an eye out for blennies darting between the rocks and small groupers in the crevices.
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