GUIDED SNORKELLING IN CORNWALL
Explore Newquay's underwater world
Slip beneath the surface and experience a side of Cornwall that most visitors never see.
Based at The Headland Hotel in Newquay, Surf Sanctuary is perfectly positioned for guided snorkelling around Towan Headland, Little Fistral and The Gazzle. These rocky reefs, kelp forests and sheltered gullies offer some of the finest shore-access snorkelling in Cornwall. Better still, we're already there. There's no minibus, no trailer and no roads to cross. From our centre it's just a short walk to the water.
Every session is planned around the day's conditions. We choose the best venue according to wind, swell, tide and underwater visibility, giving you the greatest chance of calm water, good visibility and memorable wildlife encounters.
During the summer months, visibility can exceed ten metres, revealing a vibrant underwater landscape. Expect to come face to face with colourful ballan, corkwing and cuckoo wrasse, watch silver flashes of bass and pollack weaving through the kelp, spot spider crabs, blennies, gobies, sea stars and anemones, and, if you're fortunate, enjoy an encounter with one of Newquay's inquisitive grey seals. They're often as curious about you as you are about them.
Snorkelling is one of the most relaxing ways to experience the ocean. Floating quietly above reefs and kelp forests, you'll discover an extraordinary world that most people walk past without ever knowing exists.
Whether it's your first time wearing a mask and snorkel or you're looking to become more confident in open water, every session is tailored to you. Along the way you'll learn efficient snorkelling techniques, equipment use, marine life identification and how to move safely and comfortably through Cornwall's coastal environment.
No previous snorkelling experience is required. You simply need to be a confident swimmer who is comfortable wearing a mask and snorkel with your face in the water.
Pricing:
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One to one £120
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Two to one £150
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Three to one £180