Velika Duba Beach, Živogošće – Beach Guide

At a glance

Quick facts

LOCATION: Živogošće, southern Makarska Riviera, reached from Živogošće Blato
TYPE: Pebbles
ACCESS: 700 m paved path from Živogošće Blato
FACILITIES: Café bar next to the beach (summer, with restroom); no showers or public toilets
SHADE: Enough natural shade
SPECIAL: Small sea cave you can swim to
FROM MAKARSKA: About 23 km by car (around 32 min)
PARKING: All nearby car parks are paid. No free parking.
Car parkabout 100 m

Velika Duba Beach: A Complete Guide

In the south of the Makarska Riviera, Velika Duba is the beach locals call the most beautiful in Živogošće. Wrapped in pine forest and away from the villages, this curved bay feels like the Dalmatia of old, and even in summer it stays calmer than the busier beaches further north.

The Beach at a Glance

Velika Duba is a wide natural bay of pebbles, framed by forest, with exceptionally clear water. A small cave in the rock can be reached by swimming. There are no houses on the bay, and the combination of sea and green forest makes it a place to switch off completely.

Best Time to Visit

Velika Duba is quieter than most Riviera beaches even in July and August, but early mornings are especially peaceful. Late spring and September are lovely for the walk.

Facilities & Amenities

There are no showers or public toilets, but a café bar right next to the beach, open in summer, has a restroom. There is enough natural shade, and sun protection is still a good idea.

Exploring the Surroundings

The 700-metre paved path from Živogošće Blato is a pleasant walk in itself, and along the way you pass small coves that can only be reached by boat. Mala Duba, with its cafés, is nearby, and Živogošće's beaches continue for several kilometres along the coast.

Practical Tips for Your Visit

Follow the paved path from Živogošće Blato. Driving down towards the beach, there is a paid car park on the left; there is no free parking. Water shoes are useful on the rocks.

Where to Stay Nearby

There is no Makarska Exklusiv home right next to Velika Duba Beach. The closest are VillaSvilla and Villa Adriatic Beachfront, about a 14-minute drive away, and a good base if you plan to explore the southern Riviera by car.

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