Ireland
Explore Ireland
Ireland offers a unique and captivating diving experience that is often overlooked in favor of more tropical destinations. The waters surrounding the Emerald Isle are teeming with life, including an array of colorful marine species such as seals, dolphins, and even basking sharks. Divers will find themselves exploring diverse underwater environments from the fascinating reefs and dramatic walls to mysterious shipwrecks, remnants of Ireland's rich maritime history. Each dive promises a new adventure, as tidal currents and weather conditions can transform the landscape beneath the waves. For those interested in different diving styles, Ireland provides ample opportunities for both shore and boat dives, with a few liveaboard options for the more adventurous. The country's unpredictable weather contributes to the thrill, as changing conditions can bring unexpected encounters with marine life. Dive sites like the Skellig Islands, a UNESCO World Heritage site, offer not only stunning underwater scenery but also a glimpse into Ireland's cinematic wonder, having featured in the Star Wars series. Whether visiting for a day or embarking on an extended stay, divers will find Ireland's underwater world as enchanting as its legendary landscapes above.
Places to Explore
Centers Map
Dive Aran
The Aran Islands, H91 RP3K Inishmore, IRL
Cork Scuba and Freediving Centre
Unit 14, Airport East Technology Park, T12 ETY0 Cork, IRL
Atlantic Scuba Adventures
An Crompán, H91X4WH Galway, IRL
Kilkee Dive Centre
East End Pier, V15 XO31 Kilkee, IRL
Mizen Dive School
Midland, P81 XY09 Co, Cork, IRL
Emerald Diving Ireland
Rock Field Cottage, C15NT52 Kilmessan, IRL
Mevagh Dive Centre
Milford Road, F92 YN59 Letterkenny, IRL
Top Dive Sites Map
Top Wildlife Sightings
Most frequently spotted marine life based on dive logs
Crab
Wrasse
Moon Jellyfish
Pollock
Sand Eel
Pipefish
Lobster
Conger Eel
Trout