Discover Galebijana Cave & the Cliffs of Stoja, Pula
Galebijana Cave on the Stoja peninsula is the go-to spot for cliff jumping in Pula, Croatia. The rocks are also known as Galebove stijene, or Seagull Rocks. It's only a short walk through the woods from the road, and the jumps start low at 1 m and build up to around 12 m, so beginners and seasoned jumpers can both send it.
The real highlight is the sea cave below the cliffs. Swim about 50 m into the darkness to reach the end, catch your breath on the rocks, then head back out towards the light. Bring a waterproof torch: it gets completely dark inside, and a dropped phone is very hard to get back.
Snorkeling, kayaking and deep-water soloing on the rocks round out the day. Come early in the season or late in the summer, pack water shoes, and enjoy one of the best activities to do in Istria.
Key details for Galebijana Cave & the Cliffs of Stoja, Pula
Best Time to Visit
Summer
Go at the start or the end of summer: fewer tourists and a calmer sea. Arrive early, because afternoons get busy and kayak tours crowd the cave entrance.
Difficulty
Easy-Medium-Hard
Jumps range from 1 m up to about 12 m, so everyone can pick their level. The swim to the back of the cave is around 50 m in total darkness, so you need to be a confident swimmer.
Duration
all day
Between jumping, snorkeling, the cave swim and some deep-water soloing on the rocks, it's easy to spend the whole day here.
Reachability
Car/Public Transport
Stoja is on the edge of Pula, reachable by car or city bus. From the road it's a short walk through the woods to the cliffs.
Essential tips for your visit to Galebijana Cave & the Cliffs of Stoja, Pula
There are no facilities at the cliffs, so bring water, snacks and sunscreen.
Only jump where you're sure the water is deep. Many spots along the coast are shallow, and that's hard to see from the top: very bright blue water usually means it isn't deep.
Wear water shoes. The rocks are sharp and slippery, both on the way down and when climbing out.
Time your cave swim between kayak groups. Some tours stop inside to photograph every paddler, which blocks the entrance for a while.
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