Operator page with shore access, tunnels, swim-throughs, and a cave that reaches back toward shore.
Shore-accessed Pula cliff-and-cave dive.
Shore-accessed Pula cliff-and-cave dive.
Local Pula dive guidance is helpful for the tunnels, cave section, and the best entry line off the Stoja side.
Galebove Stijene is a shore-accessed cliff-and-cave dive in Pula, with shallow rock terraces, tunnels, swim-throughs, and a large sea cave. It suits easy coastal dives, snorkeling, and beginner-friendly cave orientation more than deep-water profiles. The site is known for rocky scenery, clear Adriatic water windows, and a mix of sponges, corals, and local fish life.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
Up to 14m
Depth Note
Maximum depth stated as 14 m; includes a ~70 m tunnel leading to a cave and small beach.
Best Season
Late May to early October
Typical Conditions
Calm summer windows are best, with clear visibility and relatively easy coastal conditions on the Adriatic.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy tight in the tunnel sections, watch rock edges, and use a light in the darker cave passages.
Access Restrictions
Overhead tunnels, cave sections, and rocky entries make the site better with a guide or at least a careful local brief.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Easy coastal diving with tunnels, arches, and a cave, making it a good choice for buoyancy practice and scenic reef time.
Snorkeling
The rocky cove and clear-water windows can suit snorkel time, but the cave and tunnel sections are best left to divers.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Operator page with shore access, tunnels, swim-throughs, and a cave that reaches back toward shore.
Operator location page with the site's sand, rock, arches, cave, and colorful sponge/coral description.
Operator page with the Galebove Stijene cave route, max depth, and seahorse / fish imagery.
Istria Tourist Board dive-site list including Galebove Stijene in southern Istria.
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