Hausriff Cres
At the dive site in the water, there is a captivating overgrown rock formation extending from 5m to a depth of 37m. This area is particularly suitable for beginner and student divers to practice their skills in a safe closed-off section. It's recommended to dive here until 11:15 during high season due to increased boat traffic beyond the barrier.
Divers can expect to encounter a diverse array of marine life including monkfish, golden oarfish, bream, scorpion fish, petrale, herring king, lobster, gurnard, octopus, conger, and with a bit of luck, seahorses and rays.
The location of the house reef for Diving Cres, a renowned diving school, couldn't be more ideal. With the entrance to the water right in front of the base, divers can quickly and easily explore the captivating underwater world. Even in the shallower waters, there are plenty of different fish species to discover.
For training purposes, there are natural platforms at 5m for practicing buoyancy and sunken rings at 5-7m for additional buoyancy practice. Divers can venture deeper, up to 40m, along a beautifully vegetated rock formation adorned with numerous nooks and crannies. To spot hidden marine life and enhance diving success, it's recommended to bring along a dive lamp, which can be rented on-site if needed.
Don't miss the opportunity to experience a night dive at the house reef. Under the cover of darkness, nocturnal creatures such as octopus, conger, cuttlefish, and various crabs reveal themselves, creating an unforgettable diving experience.
The dive site offers a visibility of 13m, with a maximum depth of 14m. It caters to divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert divers. Located in Lungomare, Stara Gavza, Grad Cres, Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, 51557, Croatia, this diving spot in Croatia provides easy access for divers seeking an extraordinary underwater adventure.
Last updated: 12 mo. ago - Oct 3, 2023