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Scuba Diving in Herceg Novi
The Boka's western gate: WWII wrecks, Yugoslav submarine tunnels, and walls minutes from the promenade dive clubs.
Why here
The outer Boka Kotorska and the Lustica coast pack an unusual density of diving for the Adriatic: WWII wrecks, the Yugoslav navy's submarine tunnels bored into the peninsula, caves, and walls, all minutes by boat from Herceg Novi's harbor. Two established clubs run year-round bases on the promenade, teaching PADI ladders through Divemaster and taking children from age eight on intro dives, at prices well under the Western Mediterranean's. Summer visibility runs to thirty meters, and the submarine pens alone justify the trip: nowhere else do you fin through the Cold War's actual garage.
Best months
May to October, with July to September the visibility peak. Intro dives need nothing; courses run through Divemaster. Boat dives cross the bay mouth daily in season.
Getting there & around
Both clubs sit on the Herceg Novi waterfront; Tivat and Dubrovnik airports are under an hour. February visitors get the Mimosa Festival as a bonus.
Skill levels: beginner, intermediate, advanced
Schools & guides (2)
Adriatic Blue Diving Club
SchoolHerceg Novi club at the city port diving the Boka's wrecks, tunnels, and walls, teaching PADI and CMAS courses.
Peoples Diving Club
SchoolPromenade club at Milasinovic beach teaching PADI through Divemaster, with intro dives for children from age eight.