House-reef profile with entry, depth, and training information.
Easy house reef on Red Island with a shallow bottom and mellow drift option.
Easy house reef on Red Island with a shallow bottom and mellow drift option.
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Red Island House Reef is a shallow rocky reef on Sveti Andrija with a broad stone field, small boulders, and a mellow outer-side drift option. It is an easy shore dive with direct entry from the island base and a reputation for seahorses and other small Adriatic life. The site works well for relaxed loops, check dives, and training sessions.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 20m
Depth Note
The house reef is listed at 0-20m and starts very close to the base, making it a good training site.
Best Season
Spring and autumn, especially late May, June, and September.
Typical Conditions
Shallow, stony house-reef conditions with sandy patches and generally calm water when the local traffic lane is clear.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Carry a buoy and keep clear of boat traffic and windsurfer areas at the entry.
Access Restrictions
Keep clear of ferry lanes, boat traffic, and windsurfer areas near the entry.
Legal Notes
Respect local traffic lanes and dive-center instructions on the island, and time shore access around ferry movement.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
The reef is good for relaxed loops and check dives, with simple shore entry and enough structure for training sessions.
Freediving
The shallow profile can work for relaxed freedives, but the site is mainly used for easy reef dives and training.
Snorkeling
The shallow reef and easy shore entry can work well for snorkeling when conditions are calm.
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.
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Research Sources
House-reef profile with entry, depth, and training information.
Independent Istria diving guide with seasonal clarity guidance.
Tourism board page for Sveti Andrija beaches and facilities.
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