Banjol Island Caves
The islet of Banjol, just off Rovinj, has three caves around 12 m and a rocky reef that continues down to about 35 m. The highlight is a cave entrance at around 5 m that leads up into a crater in the middle of the island. Shallow enough for beginners yet deep enough for a proper deep dive, it is one of the most popular sites near Rovinj.
Facts
- Region: Adriatic – Istria & Kvarner
- Area: Istria West (Novigrad – Rovinj)
- Depth: 5–35 m
- Level: beginner
- Current: low
- Type: reef, cave
- Coordinates: 45.07415, 13.60998 (approximate)
- Highlights: caves, cave exit into the island's crater, rocky reef
- Tips: Only enter the caves with a guide and a torch; the open-water route around the island is an easy alternative.