Top Snorkeling and Scuba Diving in County Donegal
Ready to check out the best sites in County Donegal for scuba diving, snorkeling, shore diving, free diving or other ocean activities? Zentacle has 3 dive sites, snorkel spots, beaches, and more. Discover hand-curated maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.
No matter what you're looking for, you can find a diverse range of the best ocean activities in County Donegal to suit your needs.
#1 - Horn Head
Ireland, Ulster Eire, Donegal
Great dive site 10 different dives to different depth (Depth ranges from 20 to 30 meters) in summer months great fish life we love it and dive all year round.
The seabed is rocky and sandy. There is an abundance of fish to see and also Cave dives. Above these dive sites are the Horn Head Cliffs, these cliffs are home to a variety of bird life including Puffins, Seagulls, and Cormorants.
You will need to charter a boat from Downings to get there. This can be done through www.donegaldiving.com
5,5 nautical miles SW from Downings bay.
Horn Head is also known as Horne Head.
#2 - Portnablagh
Ireland, Ulster Eire, Donegal
Pier Dive,
In Low water there is a Confined Pier with depths water from 2-6m
Deep Water up to 12m.
Excellent Night Dive.
Diveable is all but the most horrific conditions.
Park on Pier
A boat can also be launched from here to some excellent local diving.
Fresh Water available post Dive.
Portnablagh is also known as Portnablagh Pier.