The best locations for scuba diving near Portorož are , and . Rijeka is the closest scuba diving location and is 92 km away from Portorož. You can reach it in about 96 min by car.
Advanced Open Water Diver Course in MedulinDid you complete your Open Water Diver course? Now it's time to challenge yourself and take the next step to the diving world! Start your Advanced Open Water Diver course with our experts on the Istrian Penisula . The course is designed to advance your diving skills, build confidence as well as expand your scuba diving abilities through different Adventure Dives . Dive into the emerald waters of the Croatian sea and feel the adrenaline of exploring its hidden underwater world. Goal of the course The goal of this course is to deepen your diving knowledge and learn how to deal with deep dives and underwater navigation. The Deep and Underwater Navigation dives are obligatory , the remaining three Adventure Dives can be chosen by you from a long list of different specialties. Meeting & Preparation We meet directly at our base in Medulin . Free parking is available for guests. There, you receive your equipment, materials, safety briefing and all the details about the upcoming course. It's the time to answer all the questions, explain the programme in depth and discuss the key points. After that, your diving adventure will begin! Course content - Day 1: 1 Adventure Dive - Day 2: 1 Adventure Dive - Day 3: 1 Adventure Dive - Day 4: 1 Adventure Dive - Day 5: 1 Adventure Dive Included Activities - 5 Adventure Dives Included Services - Certified PADI/SSI diving instructor - High-quality diving gear (all you need for your dive: wetsuit, mask, fins, octopus, weights) - when booked - Scuba tank (200 Bar for all dives) - E-Learning material - PADI registration fee & certificate Requirements - Certified Open Water Diver - Minimum age: 10 years Bring Along: - Diving Certification - Logbook
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Trial Scuba Diving in Medulin"A super friendly dive guide who gave me and my two boys (11 and 12) excellent instructions and, above all, exuded a great sense of security. Everything else was perfectly organized.
Unfortunately, the weather wasn't quite what we had hoped for, but of course, the dive center can't be blamed for that! 😉
In any case, we're currently discussing whether we should book a second dive. We can wholeheartedly recommend Shark Diving Center.
Thanks again for the fantastic experience,
Jan-Eric"Jan-Eric · July 2026
Discover Scuba Diving in Banjole for BeginnersLearn to dive and discover the underwater world with our discover scuba diving in Banjole! Embark on an adventure into the mystical underwater world and learn the basics of diving in Banjole's crystal-clear waters. Explore the breathtaking dive sites along the unique Croatian coast around Banjole and marvel at the diversity of marine life. Swim side by side with the colourful fishes , such as lionfish, various kinds of crabs and seahorses. Or explore the vibrant coral reefs along the coastal area. To ensure you are well-prepared for your first dive, our certified diving instructor will provide you with an introduction to all the important basics before you enter the water. This way, you can take your first steps as a skilled diver with confidence, and experience an underwater adventure that you are sure to remember for a long time to come. Dive Area Surrounded by crystal-clear water, various colourful coral reefs and a unique diversity of species, Banjole, located near Pula, offers the best conditions for unforgettable diving experiences. Programme We meet at our base in Banjole at the agreed time. The exact starting time for your dive will be arranged individually with you. If you wish and upon request, we can also arrange a pick-up service for you. If you wish to make use of our pickup service, please contact us after completing the booking. If you come by car, you will find free car parks right next to our base. At the beginning, your instructor will explain everything you need to know about diving, such as the correct breathing technique and how to stay underwater successfully. You can also get familiar with your equipment during this time. Afterwards, we will make our way to our boat together and then head towards one of our beautiful diving locations . These sites will be selected based on the weather conditions. Of course, we are happy to accommodate your personal wishes as far as possible. Once we arrive at the diving site, our certified diving instructor will provide you with an introduction and all the important information about the diving site so that you are well prepared for your first dive. And then it's time to give it a try! Explore the underwater landscape and discover the fascinating marine life of the area. Your dive will last around 30 minutes , with a diving depth of up to 5 metres . The total duration of the activity, including introduction and preparation time, is around 2 hours . The number of participants is kept very small, with a maximum of 8 people , so that personalised supervision is guaranteed. Included Services - High-quality diving gear (all you need for your dive: wetsuit, mask, fins, octopus, weights) - Scuba tank (200 Bar) - Certified dive guide - One theory lesson - One guided dive Additional Services - Pick-up service (on request, surcharge depends on the pick-up place, to be paid in cash on site) - Photos & videos (on request, the surcharge depends on the dive site and the exact wishes, to be paid in cash on site) - Accompanying persons (only possible if space is available, surcharge depending on distance, to be paid in cash on site) Requirements - Swimming ability - Good physical health - Minimum age: 12 - Completing a medical form on site - No certificates or prior knowledge required - If you wear prescription glasses, you need to be comfortable wearing contact lenses Good to know - Various restaurants are available nearby (the restaurant near the base is open from April to September, the other restaurants in Banjole are open all year round) - Our centre has showers, lockers for your personal belongings and a terrace where you can relax after your dive - Please note that you should not fly within 24 hours after the dive - The nearest decompression chamber is located 9 kilometres from our base - Please note that the exact starting time will be arranged prior to the dive Bring Along - Cash