Golden Beach (Zlatna plaža, Biškupići / Velo Čelo)

Tested by us We have been here ourselves.

White-pebble beach under tall yellow cliffs on the uninhabited coast west of Oprna; the cliffs give the name and the colour of the water. Reached by boat only. The cliffs are a griffon vulture nesting area. Best in the morning, before the afternoon wind makes anchoring uncomfortable.

Our tips

• Go early, before the afternoon wind builds.
• Look up at the cliffs for griffon vultures.
• Strong kayakers can paddle from Stara Baška on a calm morning: about 4–5 km each way along the cliffs.
• Bring everything: shade, water, food.
• Shared boat trips from Punat harbour stop here on their way along the Stara Baška cliffs, often with Fox Bay, Drenova or Plavnik; expect about EUR 45–50 per person (2026).
• For the calm morning hours, book a private boat with a skipper from Punat: some shared trips leave only after lunch.
• A guided full-day sea-kayak tour from Punat to Stara Baška passes this beach.
• Bring a mask and snorkel: the water under the cliffs is very clear.

Good to know

• No land access.
• No shade or facilities.
• Exposed to wind in the afternoon.
• Sit away from the foot of the cliffs.
• Boat trips are cancelled in strong wind.

The details

Where

Coast between Punat and Stara Baška

Season

Jun–Sep (boat availability)

Best time

Morning, before the afternoon breeze (Jun–Sep)

Getting there

Boat only: a shared or private boat trip from Punat harbour (taxi boats wait in the centre of Punat) or a guided kayak tour from Punat; strong kayakers can paddle from Stara Baška on a calm morning.

Good for

couples, snorkelling

Village guide

The south-west coast: Oprna to Surbova

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Facts checked 1 Nov 2026