Alpinism

In certain parts of the island the rocks are highly lifted, vertical. The thousands of years of long exposure to Bora have created unusual shapes. The rock-climbing enthusiasts can enjoy climbing the steep part of St. Vid hill and the rocks above the beach Ruèica, in the north-west side of the bay of Pag. There are special marks for rock-climbing in these mentioned places.

Cycling

The beauty of the landscape and the variety of the tracks for the bikers will satisfy every person in want of an active vacation. The combination of cycling, swimming, diving, windsurfing and rock-climbing will not leave anyone indifferent. Only 5 or 10 km away from a village, you will find yourself surrounded by untouched nature. Many tourists visit Pag in July and August, therefore it is advisable to avoid riding a bike on the main roads during these two months. However, all the other months belong to the cyclists, who have at their disposal an infinite number of combinations between bike tracks and main roads. Regardless of the duration of your vacation, there will not be enough time to travel over all the tracks. Especially memorable are the rides through Pag in May when lavender in bloom transforms the island to a surreal purple world, and when all the stories about the extraterrestrial visitors get a new dimension. Everyone who sets out for a trip around the island has to wonder for a moment where he or she is, amazed by the variety of the scenes that this island offers.

Diving

Pag’s bay is suitable and safe for diving, especially in its shallow and middle parts. Sea currencies are not strong and there are no great oscillations in the sea temperature. However, diving is not recommended at the exit of the bay of Pag because of the strong currencies and no shelter in the case of a storm. The bottom of the bay of Pag is mostly sandy, but there are some stone cuttings in its middle part called “pošte”. It is a name for the fishing spots. The underwater landscape along the shore is so intriguing that it offers a special experience to divers. There are many recesses, holes and even small caves that are interesting to the lovers of the underwater photography. During summer, several diving schools operate in Pag. Namely, diving in the bay of Pag, as much as safe, can be dangerous for the inexperienced. On the west side of the bay of Pag there are many sorts of clams. Penn-shell is one of them but it is strictly forbidden to take it out. It is a pearl-shell which can grow up to one meter. The submarine world of Caska is another interesting place for the divers because it is possible to see some parts of the submerged town. We recommend diving in the cove Slana to the experienced divers because of very attractive sea bed, full of unusual shapes, picturesque rocks, grown into high sea grass, small caves and a bigger one which should not be entered without an experienced diver. Everyone who wishes to practice diving in the bay of Pag requires a special permit that can be obtained at the Harbour master’s office. Scuba diving with a spear fishing gun is not permitted.

Water skiing

In Pag’s bay, the zone where passing of the speed-boats is allowed is narrow. They have to stay at least 300 metres away from the shore. Otherwise they represent a threat to the swimmers. The bay of Pag is a marvellous place for water skiing. One can ski round, remaining close to the beach and the town. That is why the bay of Pag is favourable for the beginners. The best time for skiing is when the sea is calm, meaning early morning until the early afternoon. Our recommendation is to start from the main beach towards the bay Zrce or Caska, if you are skiing in the morning, that is, form Bošana or Dubrava towards Bašaca, cape St. Nikola or the main beach if you decide to ski in the afternoon. Namely, in this way you will avoid the sunlight getting in your eyes.

Jet-Sky

During summer, the main beach offer includes ski-jets. Riding the ski-jets is extremely fun and completely harmless knowing that there are no extreme shallows and rocks in the bay of Pag that could endanger the ride. The best time to set forth for a ride is early afternoon when light Maestral begins to blow. Slight waves cause jumping and twisting of the ski jet and therefore a diverting ride. It is forbidden to approach the shore with a ski-jet. Drive carefully even when you are far away from the shore; be aware of the situation around you, to avoid the swimmers and boats on your way.

Windsurfing

The researches conducted in the period from 1998 to 2001, showed that winds blow 350 days in a year in Pag. Therefore, the bay of Pag is a real paradise for the windsurfers. At the same time safe and challenging. In summer afternoons, usually blows light wind called Maestral, suitable for the surfers which do not incline to madcap stunts. In late afternoons, Maestral grows stronger so one can surf faster and even make a whole trip around the bay. Burin is the wind blowing from the north, stronger than Maestral, somewhat colder and therefore more pleasant during summer, and allows faster windsurfing. When Maestral or Levant (east wind) blows, it is best to begin windsurfing from the main beach or Bašaca. However, when Burin blows, then it is best to start from Vodice or the cape St. Nikola towards Pag. Windsurfers have at their disposal many beautiful beaches for making a break. We advise avoiding the channel that joins the bay of Pag with the channel of Velebit because it is hard to get out of that area (even to the more experienced surfers) in cases of sudden storm, bora or tramontana.