Kårevik

Kårevik is a beginner-friendly dive site on Sweden's west coast, where a sheltered bay in the Bohuslän archipelago provides calm conditions for exploring the productive marine environment of the Skagerrak. The bay's protected position creates an accessible entry into cold-water diving while supporting the diverse marine communities typical of the Swedish west coast. The underwater terrain features rocky formations and sandy patches that create varied habitat within the bay. Kelp forests grow from the rock substrate, their fronds creating the underwater canopy that defines the character of Swedish cold-water diving. The sheltered conditions within the bay allow for relaxed exploration of this kelp-dominated ecosystem. Marine life in the bay includes the sessile organisms that cover the rocky surfaces with unexpected color. Anemones, soft corals, and encrusting species create biological displays on the granite that belie the cold-water setting. Fish species characteristic of sheltered Bohuslän waters inhabit the kelp and rocky terrain. Crustaceans are commonly encountered, with crabs and shrimp occupying the rocky crevices and kelp holdfast areas. The bay's sheltered nature supports a complete marine community in miniature, with species representing every level of the food web present within the compact diving area. Kårevik provides a gentle and rewarding introduction to Swedish west coast diving, where the combination of accessible conditions and representative marine life creates an enjoyable experience for divers at all levels.