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Diving & Snorkeling in De Koog

De Koog, Texel

⏱ 3 hours

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About this experience

Diving & Snorkeling in De Koog is a guided underwater activity based at the North Sea coast of Texel, near the village of De Koog. It offers access to the island's clear coastal waters, including shipwrecks and sandy-bottom reefs. The activity runs from the nearby beach or harbour, with equipment provided by local dive centres.

What to expect

Sessions last 2 to 3 hours, including a pre-dive briefing and full equipment rental (wetsuit, BCD, regulator, and weights).
Guided dives visit the wreck of the SS Houtman, a steel steamship sunk in 1939, lying at 18 metres depth with visible boilers and cargo holds.
Snorkelers stay in the shallow inshore zone, where sandbanks and eelgrass beds attract juvenile plaice, shrimp, and small crabs.
Visibility ranges from 3 to 8 metres depending on tide and wind; low tide offers the clearest water for both divers and snorkelers.
Suitable for certified divers (minimum Open Water Diver) and confident swimmers; beginners can take a try-dive with an instructor for an extra fee.
All participants receive a post-dive debrief with a logbook stamp and a map of the dive site showing the wreck layout and entry points.