With several water sports such as diving training, diving, and snorkelling, the Ligurian shores offer many beaches and beautiful locations. Numerous diving spots can be found on the Riviera di Levante and the Riviera di Ponente, ensuring delightful experiences and adventures on the seabed. Every time you dive in Liguria, you will discover something fresh from a natural standpoint that is always worth exploring. All you have to do is test the region's numerous diving possibilities.

What are the best dive spots in Liguria?

Although diving is possible anywhere in this region, the marine protected areas of the Cinque Terre, Portofino's Marine Park, Bergeggi Island, and the Cetacean Sanctuary cannot be missed.

- Province of Savona: Secca delle Stelle, Canalone, and Pifferaio on the island of Bergeggi, wreck of the Umberto I, Secca Marassi, Punta Falconara-Cristo, and Punta Sciusciau on the island of Gallinara, wreck of the ship Roman in Albenga, Haven wreck, San Guglielmo wreck.

- Genoa Province: In this region, you can discover the Cargo Armed wreck, the Colombara, the Mohawk-Deer wreck, the Altar, the Lighthouse, the Secca dell'Isuela, the Cristo degli Abissi, Punta Torretta, and the Secca Carega along the Portofino promontory.

- Province of Imperia: In Imperia, you can dive to see the BR 20, the German Bettolina's wreck, the Ferro da Stiro at Capo Berta, the Aranci's wreck at Capo Mimosa, the Shoal of Santo Stefano, Capo Mimosa, Ventimiglia, and Capo Verde, and the Shoal of Santo Stefano, Capo Mimosa, Ventimiglia, and Capo Verde.

- Province of La Spezia: Explore the Punta Manara, Punta Baffe, and Punta Moneglia, the Bonassola Cliff and the Secca Peria, Punta Mesco, the Aqua wreck, Cala Grande, and the Grotta del Tinetto, Palmaria Island

Why should you go scuba diving in Liguria?

In addition to the beautiful sites listed above, Liguria has a plethora of PADI schools where you may take diving lessons at various levels. Liguria is the region to visit if you want to learn more and more about this pastime, whether you are a child, a novice, or an expert. We suggest the PADI centers at Portofino, Nervi, Loano, and Noli, as well as the four centers in Genoa city, Camogli, and Lerici.

What scuba diving courses are available to me in Liguria?

• PADI Discover Scuba Diving is one of the initial level courses and is ideal for individuals who want to try this activity for the first time. You'll master the fundamentals, get acquainted with diving equipment, gain new skills, and dive to a maximum depth of 12 meters. The only requirements are that you can swim and that you are at least 12 years old. All PADI dive schools in Liguria offer these courses.

• If you wish to take diving to the next level, enrol in the PADI Open Water Diver course, the first step to obtaining a diving certification. The course has a theoretical component you can learn online, followed by a practical part. This includes a series of dives up to a maximum depth of 18 meters at all the aforementioned locations.

• If you're searching for a slightly challenging course, we recommend the Advanced Open Water Diver course. These courses, which are among the most popular, are available at all PADI centres throughout Liguria. Essentially it is a course suitable for improving your skills that you will carry out during 5 dives to reach a depth of 30 meters.

• There are also unique classes for youngsters (10-15 years) such as Junior Open Water Diver, which can be found in places like Noli and Genoa city. It comprises five meetings during which your children will participate in pool exercises to become familiar with this pastime.

- Other interesting diving classes in Liguria include Night Diver in Camogli, which allows you to dive at night. You can also try Apnea Free Diving in Lerici, which allows you to explore the seabed with the strength of your lungs, leaving you breathless.

What are the other options for diving in Liguria?

Snorkelling is available as an alternative to diving. The dives will be a few meters below sea level in this situation. With a small dinghy or boat, you can visit beautiful parts of the Ligurian coast, and due to the equipment provided by local firms, even those who aren't experienced divers, as well as your children, may appreciate the lush flora and fauna that Liguria has to offer. Gallinara and Bergeggi Island tours are highly recommended. The Golfo Paradiso in Genoa, the Cinque Terre, and Portofino are also great places for snorkelling.

There are many options, including diving areas, and the costs in Liguria are more than reasonable. All you have to do now is look over the options and pick the one that best suits your needs. Adults and children, novices and experienced alike, can participate in a diving sport in Liguria. So, what exactly are you waiting for?