Sweden

Playful and curious seals are frequently seen around the Weather Islands and parts of the Baltic coast.

Grey Seal

Vibrant orange and white soft corals cover the rocky walls and reefs of the west coast.

Dead Man's Fingers (Soft Coral)

A variety of large and colorful shrimp species are common on the rocky reefs of the Atlantic coast.

Cold-Water Shrimp

Unique and often brightly colored fish that are frequently seen by divers during their spring spawning season.

Lumpfish

Sweden offers a unique and world-class diving experience, primarily defined by the extraordinary preservation of shipwrecks in the Baltic Sea and the vibrant marine life of its western Atlantic coast. The Baltic Sea is a global hotspot for maritime archaeology; because it lacks the wood-eating shipworm (Teredo navalis), wooden vessels from centuries ago remain remarkably intact, often with masts still standing. Diving in the Stockholm Archipelago and around the island of Öland provides access to these 'time capsules' in cold, brackish water. On the west coast, centered around Lysekil and the Gullmarn Fjord, the diving is distinctly different, featuring colorful anemones, lush kelp forests, and a high diversity of Atlantic marine life. Sweden's diving scene is highly professional, with a strong focus on technical diving, safety, and heritage preservation. While the cold water requires appropriate thermal protection (drysuits), the reward is a tranquil and hauntingly beautiful underwater world that offers a deep connection to both history and nature. Whether you are exploring a perfectly preserved 17th-century galleon or navigating the rock walls of a deep fjord, Sweden provides a premier northern European diving adventure.

While land-based diving is common, there are occasional liveaboard expeditions in the Baltic Sea, particularly for multi-day technical diving on deep-water wrecks far from the mainland.

Grand Hôtel Stockholm

Upper House

Strandflickornas Havshotell

Sweden has a very efficient and modern public transport system. SJ trains connect major cities, and the regional bus and train networks are excellent. Rental cars are best for reaching remote diving areas.

Liveaboard Diving in Sweden

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