Snorkeling Mediterranean | The best snorkeling spots in the Mediterranean

It is true that the Mediterranean Sea, unlike many other seas in the world, has no coral reefs. However, it still contains rich and varied underwater life that is well worth seeing.

In fact, 40% of marine species in the Mediterranean are native to the region and can be found nowhere else in the world. The Posidonia (or Neptune Grass) sea beds, in particular, form a unique ecosystem that contains nearly 25% of the species in the Mediterranean Sea.

Waters here are often warm and crystal-clear. With a calm sea, a warm sun, many species of colorful fish, and unique underwater environments, the Mediterranean Sea has everything you need for great snorkeling explorations!

Snorkeling destinations in the Mediterranean

Tunisia

(2 spots online)

If Tunisia is renowned for its extensive beaches and its mild climate, it is not, at first glance, a popular snorkeling destination. However, Tunisia's coastline is dotted with an abundance of beaches, bays and coves that offer good snorkeling opportunities. Southern Mediterranean's sea life, includ (...)

Cyprus

(3 spots online)

Considered the best destinations in Europe to swim with sea turtles, Cyprus is a great choice for a snorkeling trip in the Mediterranean. While snorkeling alongside peaceful green and loggerhead turtles will certainly be one of the highlights of your trip, the island offers plenty to explore! Coves, (...)

Albania

(3 spots online)

Located off the European beaten path, Albania is a Mediterranean destination that is still little known. Yet it has everything to seduce beach lovers – and snorkelers. Its sunny coasts hide like so many treasures dozens of small rocky coves with crystal clear waters, where exploring the seabed is ch (...)

Balearic Islands

(8 spots online)

The Balearic Islands, which each have their own character, have at least one thing in common: they are all home to numerous coves, inlets and beaches with crystal-clear water, where exploring the seabed in snorkelers is a game of fun. 'child. Even in the most touristic islands, such as Ibiza and Mal (...)

Sardinia

(6 spots online)

Between its white sand beaches and its wild coves nestled at the foot of sheer cliffs, Sardinia knows how to play with its many facets. The second largest island in the Mediterranean, it offers experiences for everyone, whether you prefer snorkeling at the foot of the deckchair or after a long hike. (...)

Sicily

(6 spots online)

With its rugged coastline, crystal-clear waters and some of the Mediterranean’s oldest marine reserves, Sicily is one of Europe’s top snorkeling destinations. The region displays hundreds of snorkeling spots around the islands, of which a huge majority are freely accessible from the shore. In Sicili (...)

Greece

(13 spots online)

9000 islands and islets, countless rocky coves with sheltered waters, vibrant rocky reefs... Here, perhaps more than anywhere else in the Mediterranean, underwater life flourishes along the coastline. If octopus, wrasse, damselfish and seabream are seen almost everywhere, Greece also offers the oppo (...)

Corsica

(23 spots online)

With sheer cliffs falling into the Mediterranean Sea and its breathtaking white sandy beaches, Corsica fully deserves its nickname of the "Island of Beauty". Its exceptionally clear waters, relatively mild temperatures and preserved marine environment make it one of the best snorkeling destinations (...)

South France

(28 spots online)

With more than 560 miles of coastline bordered by the Mediterranean Sea, South France is home to a great diversity in marine environments. From rocky bottoms and sandy slopes to Posidonia meadows and brackish lagoons, there are many fascinating snorkeling sites to be explored. When you snorkel in So (...)

Spain

(20 spots online)

When it comes to snorkeling in Spain, you're spoiled for choice! Indeed, its 2,000 kilometers of coastline bathing in the Mediterranean Sea offers a wide variety of underwater environments, between rocky coves, sandbanks, saltwater lagoons and posidonia meadows. Among the hundreds of potential spots (...)

Malta

(4 spots online)

Bathed in the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean Sea, the sunny islands of the Maltese archipelago are fringed by white-sand beaches, secret rocky coves and extensive Posidonia beds. These features make it one of the European’s top snorkeling destinations. From groupers to wrasse, amberjack and m (...)