Proizd Island

Address: Proizd islet, off the southeastern Adriatic coast near Vela Luka (Korčula archipelago)

Hours: Open (natural islet)

Admission: Free (boat transfer costs vary)

Proizd is a small, uninhabited island in the Adriatic Sea off the western side of the island of Korčula in Dubrovnik-Neretva County, Croatia. It is noted locally for its clear coastal waters and Mediterranean vegetation.

The island is valued for its pebble coves, swimming and snorkeling in sheltered bays, and pine-shaded walking areas rather than for built attractions. Day-trip visitors commonly arrive by private boat or local excursion from nearby coastal towns.

Proizd has no permanent population and is used predominantly for short recreational visits. There are no major permanent buildings on the island.

The islet lies close to the western shore of Korčula and is accessed by boat from the nearby harbour at Vela Luka on Korčula.

• Access: Most visits are made as short boat trips from Vela Luka on the nearby island of Korčula during the summer season.

Regular boat excursions and private water taxis depart from Vela Luka on Korčula during the summer season; ride time is typically 10-30 minutes depending on sea conditions and departure point.

• Take a local water taxi or join a day-trip from Orebić/Vela Luka; private skiffs are common and typically 10-30 minutes each way depending on departure point.
• Bring a mask and snorkel - the coves around the islet have clear water and rocky bottoms that are good for short snorkel swims.
• Avoid the mid-afternoon peak in July-August when day-trippers pile in; early morning and late afternoon have calmer water and empty beaches.