Breathe underwater for the first time off Pula’s Verudela peninsula. This beginner program runs from a house reef beneath Hotel Park Plaza Histria, featuring shallow guided dives, tiny groups and visible amphora fragments from Roman trade.
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You step off the small concrete jetty at Yacht Beach beneath Hotel Park Plaza Histria and the Adriatic opens in glassy slabs of turquoise. Instructors unpack masks and tanks while sunlight darts through shallow ripples; the sea smells faintly of salt and pine from the Verudela headland. Moments later you sink with a guide over a house reef where algae-covered rocks, tiny grottoes and fragments of ancient amphoras lie just below the surface.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for people in average fitness with basic swimming ability; not strenuous but requires comfort in open water
Wildlife
History
The Istrian coast was part of Roman maritime routes; amphora fragments nearshore indicate centuries-old trade and ship traffic.
Conservation
Divers are asked not to touch the reef or remove artifacts; use reef-safe sunscreen and follow instructors to minimize disturbance to seabed life.
Reserve your spot on the Scuba Diving for Beginners in Pula today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive early for briefings
Plan to arrive 20–30 minutes before your scheduled time to complete paperwork and fit gear without rush.
Protect ears and equalize often
Swim down slowly and equalize frequently to avoid discomfort during the descent to 7 m.
Sun and hydration
Bring sunscreen and water; sessions include shore time where UV exposure and heat matter.
Follow instructor signals
In small groups the instructor’s hand signals and positioning keep the dive safe and focused on learning.
Swimsuit
Wear under a wetsuit or on its own for confined-water drills and surface time.
summer
Light wetsuit (3mm) or shorty
Spring/early summer waters can be cool; a short wetsuit adds comfort during dives.
spring
Towel and change of clothes
Dry clothes for after the session and to stay warm on the walk back to base.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protect skin from UV while avoiding harm to marine life during surface periods.
summer