Best of Halkidiki
Best Snorkeling Spots in Halkidiki
Crystal clear water, marine life, rocky coves
30 results
Halkidiki, especially Sithonia, is one of northern Greece's top snorkelling destinations. The water is particularly clear (15-25m visibility on most days), the coastline has many small bays with rocky bottoms hosting marine life, and most beaches are accessible without a boat. You don't need equipment beyond a mask and snorkel — buy them at any supermarket for €15-25. This list collects beaches with the best snorkelling spots.
5.0
Sani
Σάνη, Κασσάνδρα
SandyOrganizedParking+5
3
5.0
Klimataria Beach
Συκια
SandyOrganizedFree+4
2
5.0
Platanitsi Nudist Beach
Παραλία Γυμνιστών Πλατανίτσι, Σιθωνία
FreeNudist
1
5.0
Aretes Beach
Παραλία Αρετές, Σιθωνία
SandyFree
1
4.7
Poseidi
Ποσείδι, Κασσάνδρα
SandyOrganizedParking+3
3
4.7
Portokali (Orange)
Σάρτη, Σιθωνία
SandyPebbleFree+1
3
4.7
Kallithea
Καλλιθέα, Κασσάνδρα
SandyOrganizedParking+4
3
4.6
Karydi
Βουρβουρού, Σιθωνία
SandyFreeShallow water+1
5
4.5
Sarti
Σάρτη, Σιθωνία
SandyOrganizedFree+6
2
4.5
Trypiti
Τρυπητή, Άθως
PebbleFreeParking
23
4.5
Ouranoupoli
Ouranoupoli, Halkidiki
SandyOrganizedBeach bar+1
84
4.4
Pefkochori
Pefkochori, Halkidiki
SandyOrganizedBeach bar+3
0
4.4
Kryopigi Beach
Κρυοπηγή, Χαλκιδική
SandyShallow waterOrganized+3
0
4.3
Chanioti
Χανιώτη, Κασσάνδρα
SandyOrganizedParking+5
2
4.3
Develiki Ouranoupoli
Ντεβελίκι Ουρανούπολης, Άθως
PebbleFreeParking
1
4.2
Komitsa
Ιερισσός, Άθως
SandyPebbleFree+2
1
4.1
Nea Potidea
Νέα Ποτίδαια
SandyOrganizedParking+4
1
4.0
Afitos Beach
Αφύτος, Χαλκιδική
SandyOrganizedBeach bar+1
1
4.0
Nea Moudania
Νέα Μουδανιά
SandyOrganizedParking+5
2
3.8
Little Paradise Nudist Beach
Μικρός Παράδεισος παραλία γυμνιστιών, Σιθωνία
Nudist
0
3.8
Megali Ammos
Μεγάλη Άμμος, Άθως
Sandy
0
3.8
Platania Beach
Platania Beach, Σιθωνία
SandyFree
0
3.8
Lagoon Beach
Παραλία Λαγονήσι, Σιθωνία
SandyFree
0
3.8
White Beach
White beach, Σιθωνία
Sandy
0
3.8
Castello beach
Castello beach, Σιθωνία
SandyFree
0
3.8
Robinson Beach
Παραλία Ρόμπινσον, Σιθωνία
Sandy
0
3.8
Bara Beach
Παραλία Μπάρα, Σιθωνία
Sandy
0
3.8
Nikiti Beach
Παραλία Νικήτης, Σιθωνία
Sandy
0
3.8
Golden Beach
Golden Beach, Πευκοχώρι
Sandy
0
3.8
Drenia
Δρένια, Άθως
Sandy
0
When to snorkel
Best visibility: September-October (up to 25m). Summer 15-20m due to algae. Best water temperature: August-September (25-26°C). Best time of day: Morning 8-11 before wind stirs the water. Avoid: After a storm — turbidity stays for 24-48h.
Snorkelling tips
- Gear: Mask + snorkel + water shoes. Fins aren't needed in the shallows (1-3m).
- Best spots: Rocky edges of bays with small openings to the open sea — that's where fish gather.
- What you'll see: Common — sea bream, salpa, sea bass. Rare — octopus, sea urchins. Very rare — jellyfish.
- Safety: Never alone. Pair up with a snorkelling buddy.
- Sun protection: Reef-safe sunscreen. Cover your back with a rash guard — it burns.
- Combine with water sports: See our water sports page for guided tours.
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Frequently Asked Questions
<strong>Sithonia</strong> overall — see <a href="/best/beaches-sithonia">all Sithonia beaches</a>. Specifically: Diaporos, Karydi, Fava, Limanaki (Blue Lagoon).
Essentially no. Rare jellyfish in August. No dangerous fish or sharks along Halkidiki's coast.
No for basic snorkelling. Safe for anyone who can swim. For scuba diving see <a href="/best/water-sports">water sports</a>.