Summer is here, the temperatures are rising, and the call of the open sea is getting harder to resist. For RIB enthusiasts, the Mediterranean offers an exceptional playground: crystal-clear waters, secluded coves, unspoilt islands and iconic destinations that can be reached within minutes of leaving the harbour.

But among Europe’s countless coastal destinations, some are particularly well suited to exploring by RIB boats. From the Dalmatian coast to the French Riviera, via the Cyclades, Ibiza and Sardinia, here are five destinations to put firmly on your summer boating map.