Explore Hvar
Hvar is a resort island located off of the Dalmatian Coast of Croatia, and it lies in the Adriatic Sea. Some of the highlights above water include historical architecture, beautiful beaches and sparkling blue waters. Once divers submerge themselves in the water they will have an exciting selection of underwater experiences. There are a handful of dive centres and dive resorts located in towns such as Jelsa, Stari Grad and Vrboska. The diving professionals here will help instruct those wanting to take dive courses, or guide the qualified divers to the many dive sites of the region. Hvar is part of an archipelago and many of the other islands of this archipelago are visited during dive trips. Some of the underwater experiences here include tunnels, steep walls, canyons, sea caves, shipwrecks, chimneys, and the chance to spot some spectacular including large Gorgonians, an abundance of corals and sponges, and a large array of marine fauna.
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Diving in Hvar
The diving that can be done around Hvar, and the other islands of this archipelago, caters to many interests, mostly reached by boat and a few from shore. For the novice divers, there are numerous protected, shallow and calm dive sites for an array of dive courses. For those who enjoy visiting the natural underwater playground in the form of canyons, tunnels, swim throughs, chimneys, sea caves and steep walls will find many opportunities here. For those who enjoy wrecks, there are also some opportunities here. For underwater photographers, or those who love spotting tiny creatures or large schools of fish surrounding the reefs are also not going to be disappointed here. Many of the dive sites here are also deep enough for technical divers to have a chance to reach deeper depths.
The best Months to Dive in Hvar
Luckily for divers, diving in Croatia and in the Adriatic Sea is possible year round. In the summer months between June and September, the water temperatures here are the warmest. During these months, the waters are also the calmest. In the winter, the water temperatures range between 15°C and 19°C, while in the summer they go up to 25°C. The visibility is usually very good here, it ranges between 10 and 30 metres, with 20 metres being an average. The species which inhabit these waters are there throughout the year, so are not seasonal.
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