Explore Cres

Cres is a city located on the island of Cres which lies in Kvarner Bay of Croatia in the North Adriatic Sea. The beaches here border on crystal clear, sparkling waters and the bay protects these waters from extreme weather conditions, meaning calm waters to result in even more pleasant dives. There may only be three dive centres on the island of Cres, but the guides here are true experts and will take divers to the best possible dive sites or guide them through dive courses. Some of the highlights that divers will experience when diving here include wrecks which can be penetrated, marine life filled caves, steep reef walls, reef plateaus, caverns and shallow dive sites where divers can relax and soak in the stunning underwater environments. The dive sites are reached by boat. This is definitely the kind of diving destination that has a bit of everything for all kinds of divers to enjoy.

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  • Open Water Diver

    Open Water Diver

    SSI Open Water Diver – Your introduction to diving with Diving Cres on the island of Cres The SSI Open Water Diver certification is recognized worldwide and is the best way to start an adventure as a trained diver that will stay with you for the rest of your life. With Diving Cres, your professional SSI Dive Center on the island of Cres, Croatia, you will immerse yourself in a new world full of fascination, freedom and unforgettable experiences. Our Open Water Diver course combines personalized theory lessons with practical training sessions in open water at the most beautiful dive sites around Cres. Step by step, you will learn everything you need to dive safely, relaxed and with joy. Our experienced SSI instructors from Diving Cres will guide you individually so that you can learn at your own pace. You will acquire: in-depth knowledge of diving equipment and safety, safe buoyancy control and underwater communication, and the confidence of a responsible diver. This hands-on training ensures that you are well prepared to explore the underwater world on your own. Upon completion, you'll earn the SSI Open Water Diver certification, which will open up new diving adventures around the world. Start your diving adventure with Diving Cres – your SSI Dive Center on Cres! Book your Open Water Diver course in Croatia now and immerse yourself in the fascinating world of diving! Start your diving adventure with Diving Cres! SSI Open Water Diver course in Cres, Croatia – learn to dive safely and discover the underwater world.

    Diving Cres d.o.o., Jutta Hofer / Mario Hofer, Autocamp Kovacine, 51557, Cres, HRV
    May 12, 2026 +257 More
    $646.11
    €549.00

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    Diving in Cres

    There are many types of diving to be done around Cres Island, and they all have something in common; every dive site here is filled with colour created by the high density of marine life. Some of the rock formations which have been created naturally here include the thrilling cave at Beli, the absolutely thriving coral reef plateau at Mali Cultin, the just as thriving coral wall at Treca Vala and many more caverns, swim-throughs, drop offs and canyons. The man-made dive sites include the Lina wreck, which divers can penetrate, and the underwater mine at Lorelai dive site. Almost every dive site is an exciting location for underwater photographers and some are also ideal locations for night dives. 

    Top Wildlife Sightings in Cres

    The large collection of different marine species which inhabit these waters are attracted by the flourishing coral reefs. These coral reefs are built up of a variety of different hard corals, soft corals, Anemones, Sea Sponges, Tunicates and truly impressive Gorgonians. This marine flora attracts marine fauna such as Conger Eels, Moray Eels, Sea Stars, Feather Stars, different species of Crustaceans such as Crabs, Shrimp and Lobsters, Octopus, Sea Urchins, Spikey Oysters, and on the luckiest days the adorable Seahorses. Some of the fish which are spotted here include Blennies, Brown Meagre, Bream, Dentex, Damselfish, the brave Anemone Fish, John Dories, Wrasse, Tuna and large Groupers. At some dive sites divers can really see how these different species interact with one another; how some make the coral reef their home while others feed on the reef, sometimes they may be able to spot predators in hunt of their prey and so much more.

    Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content

    The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

    Total number of species approx.: 300

    Octopus

    Octopus

    680 Sightings
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    Total number of species approx.: 600

    Wrasse

    Wrasse

    246 Sightings
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    25
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    17
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    74
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    32
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    13
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    1
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    5

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    Total number of species approx.: 190

    Conger Eel

    Conger Eel

    600 Sightings
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    6
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    153
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    87
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    42
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    4
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    6

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    Total number of species approx.: 3000

    Nudibranch

    Nudibranch

    449 Sightings
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    23
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    61
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    58
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    50
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    6
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    Total number of species approx.: 90

    Goatfish

    Goatfish

    395 Sightings
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    23
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    18
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    Total number of species approx.: 7000

    Crab

    Crab

    354 Sightings
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    40
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    79
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    32
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    25
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    5

    The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

    Total number of species approx.: 250

    Scorpionfish

    Scorpionfish

    324 Sightings
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    16
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    109
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    30
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    29
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    9

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    Total number of species approx.: 120

    Cuttlefish

    Cuttlefish

    145 Sightings
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    18
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    30
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    33
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    19
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    23
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    1
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    Total number of species approx.: 60

    Spiny Lobster

    Spiny Lobster

    137 Sightings
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    27
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    11
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    36
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    36
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    6
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    11
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    3
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    3

    The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

    Total number of species approx.: 250

    Grouper/Basslets

    Grouper/Basslets

    125 Sightings
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    17
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    41
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    45
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    14
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    2
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    5

    The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

    Total number of species approx.: 3400

    Shrimp

    Shrimp

    119 Sightings
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    1
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    18
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    0
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    56
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    20
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    17
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    1
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    5

    The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

    Total number of species approx.: 125

    Gurnards

    Gurnards

    85 Sightings
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    1
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    0
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    30
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    32
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    16
    O
    2
    N
    0
    D
    2

    The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

    Total number of species approx.: 30

    Stonefish

    Stonefish

    83 Sightings
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    0
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    0
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    0
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    0
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    33
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    10
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    21
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    14
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    5

    The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

    Total number of species approx.: 55

    Lobster

    Lobster

    59 Sightings
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    20
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    18
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    17
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    0
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    2
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    1

    The best Months to Dive in Cres

    Croatia has a Mediterranean climate which means hot summer winters with a lot of rain. The air temperatures here range between a cold 8°C in the midst of winter, between December and February, and reaches up to 26°C in the summer months of July and August. The peak diving season lies between May and September when the waters are the most calm, the most clear and the warmest, with the least amount of rain and the least amount of currents.

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