Diving Brac - Bol Wall
Site Overview
Brac - Bol Wall is a wall dive site in Central Dalmatia - Sibenik, Split & Islands, Croatia, set in the clear, fish-rich waters of the Adriatic Sea. The Bol Wall off Brač is a vertical drop-off dressed in sea fans and gorgonians. Barracuda and smooth-hounds patrol the blue, and the reef fish are abundant. Moderate current and the depth make it a dive for confident Advanced divers. Visibility is regularly excellent, showing the wall clearly. The site is close to the famous Zlatni Rat beach and Bol. It is a flagship wall of the Brač island. Conditions are typical of the Croatian coast: visibility generally runs from 18 to 38 metres, the current is moderate and the water temperature ranges between 15 and 26 degrees Celsius depending on season and depth. The marine life is classic Adriatic, centred on red gorgonian, european barracuda, smooth-hound shark, with the full community described below for those planning a dive. Because of its advanced rating and the need for Advanced Open Water certification, Brac - Bol Wall is best approached with the right thermal protection and, where relevant, wreck or deep training. It is a representative example of why Croatian diving, with its wrecks, walls, caves and gorgonian forests, attracts divers who want history and Mediterranean life in equal measure.
Dive Briefing
"Entry is made by boat, with a transfer of about 15 minutes near Bol, and divers should check in with a local centre before entering the water. The Bol Wall off Brač is a vertical drop-off dressed in sea fans and gorgonians. Barracuda and smooth-hounds patrol the blue, and the reef fish are abundant. Moderate current and the depth make it a dive for confident Advanced divers. Visibility is regularly excellent, showing the wall clearly. Plan your profile around a maximum depth of 55 m and an average of 30 m, keeping a close eye on gas and, in deeper sections, on the cold thermocline. Buoyancy control matters: silty or vegetated bottoms and submerged structures are easily disturbed, and steep wall with rapid depth gain is a real consideration here. Take a moment to review the site-specific hazards with your guide, because conditions at Brac - Bol Wall can shift quickly with wind and tide and change the feel of the dive. A safe ascent with a surface marker buoy and a clear exit plan completes the dive, with emergency cover routed through Split University Hospital Hyperbaric Chamber."
Signature Marine Life
Red Gorgonian
Paramuricea clavata
Best: May, June, July
European Barracuda
Sphyraena sphyraena
Best: May, June, July
Smooth-hound Shark
Mustelus mustelus
Best: May, June, July
Two-banded Seabream
Diplodus vulgaris
Best: May, June, July
Small Red Scorpionfish
Scorpaena notata
Best: May, June, July
Mediterranean Moray
Muraena helena
Best: May, June, July
Safety & Hazards
- Steep wall with rapid depth gain
- Moderate current
- Cold thermocline at depth
- Boat traffic near Bol
- Limited shelter
- Disorientation in the blue
Traveler Notes
Who is this for?
Brac - Bol Wall suits advanced divers holding at least an Advanced Open Water certification, and it is a strong choice for those who enjoy the clear, fish-rich water of the Croatian Adriatic. Photographers, training groups and divers chasing wrecks, walls, caves or macro life will all find something here, provided they respect the temperature, the marine park rules and the limits of each site. It is less suitable for absolute novices unless booked through a centre running a supervised course, and the deepest or most enclosed sections should only be attempted with the correct specialist training and a guide. Planning a dive here with a licensed Croatian operator not only keeps you safe but also helps protect the fragile gorgonian forests, seagrass and wrecks that make the site special.
For Non-Divers
Zlatni Rat beach; Bol town; Brač stone heritage; Island hiking
Quick Stats
Dive Logistics
- Split Diving
- Hvar Diving Center
- Vis Diving
- Brac Aquatic
Photography Info
Best for: wide_angle
Nearby Stay
Hotel Park
Split • 20km away
Hotel Adriana
Hvar • 20km away