The influence of the Gulf Stream on the seas around Baltimore, Ireland means conditions for diving and snorkelling are ideal: clear, unpolluted water, colourful and abundant sea life, pleasant temperatures.

Explore the reefs around the Fastnet Rock or head east to the Stags. There are also numerous wrecks, ranging from a man o' war to the spectacular 160,000 ton ore-carrier 'Kowloon Bridge'.

The islands of Roaringwater Bay provide sheltered dive sites in any weather while fans of drift diving will love the Gascanane Sound between Cape Clear and Sherkin Island. For the beginner or experienced diver, Baltimore has much to offer.