Coast and Sea

To the holiday maker seeking spectacular scenery and sandy beaches or to the keen wildlife enthusiast, the major attraction of Gwynedd’s coast must be its variety. Sand dunes, tidal flats, salt marsh, rocky coves, and dramatic cliffs can all be found. In fact because of its diversity and pristine beauty much of Gwynedd’s coast has been made into Special Areas of Conservation and an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Because of this range of habitats, many rare and beautiful animals can be seen.

Dolphins, porpoises and seals are a familiar sight off the coast, the marine life in areas such as the undisturbed Menai Strait rivals that of coral reefs and the bird life is extremely rich, especially in the summer when sea birds come ashore to breed. Prime areas to see these spectacles are on the islands off the Llŷn Peninsula such as Enlli and the Tudwal Islands.