Underwater diving will reveal the undiscovered world and beauty of the Adriatic sea. Diving in crystal blue water of Lastovo archipelago and discovering the enchanting, rich submarine world and the finest underwater beauty will bring you many fantastic memories. Seeing corals, algae, fish and shell fish, old boat wrecks and amphora will give you a great pleasure. Numerous bays, cliffs and an island group called Lastovnjaci on the eastern side are a real submarine “heaven” for divers. If you want to learn to dive, the island offers two diving schools. Diving is allowed only if you are accompanied by a diving guide from an authorized diving centre. On the island authorization have diving centers: “Ancora” in Zaklopatica and “Diving Paradise – Lastovo” in Pasadur.
Some of the special locations for diving are:
– islet Bijelac – underwater passage through the island,
– islet Tajan – underwater cave,
– cape Struga – vast walls of gorgonias reaching even 80 meters of depth.
Photo gallery by Boris Dmitrovic – “Diving Paradise – Lastovo”
1.Is there ATM machine on the island ???
We have two ATM mashines on the island; near Splitska banka in Lastovo and in Port near Jadrolinija’s office.
2. Where is a gas station ???
In port Ubli.
3. Is there a pharmacy on the island ???
We have a basic supply of medicines in pharmacy which is working only 1 hour a day, from 13-14 hours,every day except Sunday and holiday. For emergency there is attending doctor on guard.
4. Why is Lastovo town not on the sea ???
Because of the defense purposes it was build on mainland. In the past Lastovo was often attacked by pirates from the sea and for defense purposes local people built their settlements on the hill.
5. Can we by some basic swimming equipment on Lastovo ???
We have two small local shops ( one near Tourist office and another near bank) with basic swimming accessories like mask, swim wear, madras etc.
6. Can we pay with Euro and credit cards in the shops and restaurants ??
In most of the shops and restaurants You can pay with credit card. Euro is not accepted.
7.Where we can by the tickets for the ferry and can we reserve a ticket ????
Tickets can be bought in Jadrolinija’s office in Ubli or on line, and there is no reservations possible.
Did you know that Lastovo was a part of Dubrovnik's Republic?