Operator-facing trail page at Kolleviks Camping.
Shallow Karlshamn bay with Sweden's first snorkeling trail and shore access.
Shallow Karlshamn bay with Sweden's first snorkeling trail and shore access.
Kollevik in Karlshamn is an easy shore site in a sheltered bay that works well for beginner and training dives. The bottom is a mix of sand, rock, and mud, with a shallow inner section, jetties, and a marked snorkeling trail near Kolleviks Camping. The beach setting gives straightforward access, while sea snails and small schools of fish are commonly seen.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Depth Note
Shallow bay with a marked snorkeling trail and a shallow inner-jetty section.
Best Season
Late spring through early autumn.
Typical Conditions
Sheltered bay conditions with a mixed sand, rock, and mud bottom and an easy shore approach.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Watch for jetties, mixed bottom terrain, and swimmers sharing the water. Enter and exit carefully from the beach or trail.
Access Restrictions
Shared bathing-area use; keep to the marked snorkeling trail and respect local signage.
Legal Notes
Follow posted bathing-area and trail rules.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Often used for beginner and training dives thanks to the easy shore access and sheltered bay. The bottom is a mix of sand, rock, and mud.
Snorkeling
Sweden's first permanent snorkeling trail, about 500 meters long, with underwater information boards at multiple stops.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Operator-facing trail page at Kolleviks Camping.
Official bathing-area page with facilities and trail access.
Local tourism page for the bathing spot.
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