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Dive in! You will be surprised to find what the Adriatic Sea hides
beneath its surface...
Rovinj and Vrsar have much to offer beneath the surface of the sea
to adventurers seeking new underwater experiences.
The beauty of its islets and the reef that runs along its shoreline are
just a few of the features that will remain only partially explored if
you do not dive into the depths of the sea to uncover the part that
is hidden beneath its surface. You will be able to “read” the rich
nautical history that is found on the sea’s floor where dozens of
sunken shipwrecks tell the stories of the region’s famous naval
history. Dive in! You will be amazed...
Diving
Program
Day 1
A welcome drink, followed by an introduction to your instructors and a presentation of the characteristics of the seafloor and particular diving routes.
Day 2
In the morning, we begin with a dive in the cove. In the afternoon, we will take a boat ride towards Bagnole - an island unique for its caves whose entrance lies at a depth of 5 m, and whose exit is in the center of the island. Its rocky labyrinth at a 12 m depth and its underwater caves will provide a new dimension to one’s diving experience. Visibility is excellent and diving is possible for all categories of divers.
Day 3
Today we will explore St. John’s Island, one of the largest islands of the Rovinj archipelago that offers as many as four diving sites, each providing its own unique diving experiences. Even though 27 m is the maximum site depth, the most interesting diving takes place at depths between 1 to 18 m. We recommend that you take a break
between dives on the nearby island of St. Andrew where you will find a modern hotel,
several restaurants, and café/bars.
Day 4
Today we will set out on a diving adventure to explore sunken shipwrecks including the Italian torpedo ship that went down in battle during World War I. The boat was split in two, and so our dives will take place at two different sites. A large cannon still exists on the boat, complete with activation mechanisms, anti-aircraft heavy artillery and torpedo tubes. Both ends of the boat, each 30 - 40 m long, are located at depths of 37 m.
In the afternoon, we will travel to an interesting location - Pirussi Mali. Here you
will see large rocks in block formations at 5 m depths and a wealth of flora and fauna.
We recommend that you bring a camera along and enjoy the pleasures of underwater
photography.
Day 5
Today is a day for a great diving treat - a dive to the Baron Gautsch wreck, a
passenger ship of the Austro-Hungarian Monarchy, popularly called the ‘Small Titanic of the Adriatic’ that went down August 13, 1914 after triggering an underwater mine.
It sank in less than 10 minutes. Today its remains lie on a sandy sea floor at a depth of
40 m. The boat is 85 m long and 11 m wide. Diving is possible on the first and second
decks located at 28 m and 34 m depths, respectively. This dive is exceptionally
interesting because the wreck is preserved in its entirety.
The afternoon is reserved for the exchanging of diving experiences at an outdoor
group barbecue lunch.
After dinner, you are in for a distinct night-diving experience at the nearby “Crab
Island” that features an extremely rich marine life that decorate this location with their
rich colors. The island gradually submerges to a depth of 27 m, with its most interesting
diving sites at depths of 14 to 15 meters.
Day 6
This day is foreseen for diving in the near vicinity of the Brijuni islands, at the Istra
wreck - the remains of a large cargo ship, originally named “Hans Schnidt”. The ship
was 113 m long and sank during World War II. The wreck has an abundant fish population.
The long diving route leads to a nearby “new reef” location. The wide and diverse
shoal pinnacle, which begins at a depth of 6 m and gradually descends to a depth of 32 meters, provides a true diving adventure for new divers.
Day 7
Breakfast is followed by departure.
Maistra’s DMC department guarantees program
realization. For further information and reservations,
please contact:
DMC Department
Maistra Ltd., Obala V. Nazora 6, 52210 Rovinj, Croatia
tel: +385 (0)52 800 217, +385 (0)52 800 209
fax: +385 (0)52 800 383
e-mail: dmc@maistra.hr
www.maistra.hr |
Program is led by
Our Diving Program is made possible through collaboration with selected partners - specialized diving centers located in close proximity to our hotels and the coast. Equipment quality, diving instructor and assistant expertise, as well as a great knowledge of diving locations - will guarantee a successful diving vacation.
Accommodation
Maistra Hotels & Resorts
Date
The program includes the following services
- welcome drink with introduction to instructors and a presentation of the special features of the seafloor and diving routes
- 6 half boards with buffet offering international and Mediterranean cuisine
- barbeque meal - outdoor lunch
- diving excursions according to the established program (1 dive in the cove, 3 at shipwrecks, 4 at islands, reefs and walls, 1 at night)
- bottle filling
- space for meetings and the exchange of experiences.
Note:
To dive around the protected shipwrecks of Baron Gautsch and Istra, a mandatory tax of 10 Euros per dive, per person, must be paid. This tax is not included in the price of the package. Diving passes are not included in the price of the package either, and cost 15 Euros per person. Passes are valid for one year from its date of issue. |