This dive site is famous for its large sea cave, Zelena Špilja, which has an opening in its ceiling. Around midday, sunlight streams through this hole, creating a mesmerizing emerald green light effect on the seafloor. The dive involves exploring the spacious cavern and the surrounding rocky walls, which are home to various Mediterranean species.
Green Cave / Zelena špilja
Famous Adriatic cave with a spectacular green light show.
Boat Access
12m Avg Depth
25m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Fair
Macro Marine Life Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Saddled Seabream
Forkbeard
Scorpionfish
Octopus
Sponge
Snowflake Moray
Yellowtail Damselfish
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Beginner
Shallow depth, no strong currents, and easy navigation inside.
Hazards:
boat traffic
Current Strength:
Mild
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