Try Scuba at Verudela Beach — a small-group, instructor-led introduction to breathing underwater in the clear Adriatic. Comfortable for beginners, the 3-hour session includes confined-water practice and an open-water dive to about 7 m with all equipment provided.
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You step off the limestone jetty at Verudela with salt on your lips and instructors waiting beneath the hotel shadows. The Adriatic here is clear and calm, a shallow palette of blues that makes every breath behind the mask feel immediate. After a short briefing on gear and safety you move to confined water: fins first, regulator in place, practicing neutral buoyancy in waist-deep water before the group slips beneath the surface.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most people in basic fitness—able to swim and tolerate short surface swims; not strenuous.
Wildlife
History
Pula’s coast has been a maritime crossroads since Roman times; local reefs were fishing grounds long before modern diving introduced tourism.
Conservation
Respect marine habitats by not touching or standing on the reef; pick operators who follow ballast and waste practices to minimize local impact.
Reserve your spot on the Small-Group Introductory Scuba Diving in Pula today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive 15 minutes early
Check in, complete paperwork and meet your instructor so the briefing can start on time.
Wear swimwear under light clothes
You’ll don gear at the shop; wearing your swimsuit and quick-dry layers speeds transitions.
Hydrate and avoid heavy meals
Drink water beforehand and skip heavy, greasy meals to reduce discomfort during the dive.
Bring seasickness meds if prone
Shore dives are stable, but if you’re sensitive to boat movement on the way to nearby sites, take medication ahead of time.
Swimsuit
Wear under clothing so you’re ready for confined water practice immediately.
summer
Towel and change of clothes
You’ll want dry clothes after the session and a towel for gear areas.
summer
Government ID (passport or ID card)
Required for check-in and any certification paperwork.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protect exposed skin from sun while waiting on shore; choose reef-safe formulas.
summer