Incredible scuba diving and snorkelling spots in Europe - There's a whole other world under the sea just waiting for you to discover. See shipwrecks, dive between two continental plates, or observe exotic marine species at these incredible locations.

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Chios Island, Greece - The waters surrounding the Greek island of Chios are amazing diving locations with fascinating underwater treasures.

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Chios Island, Greece - Just 7 km from the Turkish coast, Chios has been named as one of the best diving sites in Europe, mainly due to having the ideal conditions for marine life to thrive.

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Chios Island, Greece - Divers can observe the islands' diverse marine life, including several species of colourful fish, corals, sponges, and other unique sea creatures.

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Loften Islands, Norway - Loften Islands is a crescent-shaped archipelago north of the Arctic Circle. The island is host to beautiful natural sites both on land and in water.

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Loften Islands, Norway - The islands ate growing in popularity among divers for their crystal-clear waters, the abundance of marine life, and neighbouring wreck sites.

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Loften Islands, Norway - Expect to see fields of kelp, urchins, starfish, and large fish like flounder and halibut. Divers have been lucky enough to see pods of orcas pass by.

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Cirkewwa, Malta - Cirkewwa is located on the northernmost end of Malta and its waters are among the most-visited diving sites on the Maltese islands.

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Cirkewwa, Malta - Divers can explore underwater cliffs, tunnels, and caves. These attractions are the reason Cirkewwa has become so popular among divers.

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Cirkewwa, Malta - Other attractions in Cirkewwa include an underwater statue of Madonna, which has been placed in an underwater cavern.

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The Silfra Fissure, Iceland - Despite the cold temperatures, the Silfra crack is considered one of the world's top diving spots for two main reasons.

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The Silfra Fissure, Iceland - Silfra is the only place in the world where divers can swim between two continental plates. Divers and snorkelers can enjoy a swim between the North American and the Eurasian tectonic plates and the South American and African continental plates.

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The Silfra Fissure, Iceland - The second reason is the water's exceptional visibility. Silfra's waters are extremely pure, allowing for underwater visibility of over 100 m.

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Azores, Portugal - Azores is the ideal location for your next scuba-diving trip. The archipelago is an unspoiled divers' paradise, promising an array of underwater attractions and diverse marine life.

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Azores, Portugal - The Azores are one of the few places in the world where thrill-seekers have the pleasure of diving with blue sharks. The islands are part of the sharks' annual migration during the late summer months.

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Azores, Portugal - The waters surrounding the archipelago are home to up to 24 different species of sea mammals, including humpback whales, sperm whales, and dolphins.

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Canary Islands, Spain - The Canary Islands are among the top diving spots in the world. Many of its islands offer a variety of underwater and diving activities, including 300 m sea dives, shipwreck excursions, and shark feeding.

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Canary Islands, Spain - Thousands of divers flock to the Canary Islands each year to take advantage of its crystal clear waters, which allow visibility of more than 30 m.

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Canary Islands, Spain - The water maintains a temperature of 20°C year-round, creating the perfect environment for marine species, including angel sharks, giant tuna, and different species of rays.

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Madeira, Portugal - Portugal's Madeira Island is an outstanding diving destination and home to several eco-marine parks. Madeira earned itself the World Travel's Leading Island Destination award in 2015.

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Madeira, Portugal - The island has attracted divers from all over the world for years, due to its exotic marine life. Divers can spot giant groupers, barracudas, stingrays, and a variety of exotic colourful fish.

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Madeira, Portugal - Madeira's privileged water is home to shipwrecks and an underwater nature reserve, housing unique species of fish and sea mammals.

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Sardinia, Italy - Sardinia could sound like a surprising diving destination for some, but for the avid diver, it is the perfect location.

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Sardinia, Italy - The waters surrounding the island boast fantastic visibility and are home to several wreck sites including an armed German cargo vessel and a torpedo-struck ship.

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Sardinia, Italy - The Maddalena Archipelago National Park protects historical shipwrecks that date back thousands of years, including several fragile Roman shipwrecks.

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Zenobia wreck, Cyprus - The Mediterranean island of Cyprus, sometimes referred to as a stepping stone between three continents, attracts divers from all around the world, and is constantly featured on diving lists due to its main attraction, Zenobia.

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Zenobia wreck, Cyprus - The Zenobia wreck has been voted one of the top wrecks of the world for diving. Zenobia is a ferry that sank in Cyprian waters on its first voyage from Sweden to Syria.

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Zenobia wreck, Cyprus - Zenobia is a site suitable for all diving certification levels. Divers can swim through cargo decks, canteen halls, bedrooms, a car, and even a JCB.

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