BAJORAI
Protected Area
Listed
Why dive here
With 66+ marine species recorded in the area - including jellyfish lake - BAJORAI offers some of Bornholm's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 3-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
Bajorai is one of those surprisingly rewarding wrecks, proving that depth isn't everything. Lying just two metres down off Bornholm, this 38-metre fishing vessel, built in 1956, ran aground in '99 and has since become a fantastic spot for a long, shallow dive or even a snorkel. We love how the hull and superstructure break the surface, inviting you in. You'll spend your time here picking through the ribs of the old boat, seeing how the Baltic has slowly reclaimed it. Schools of juvenile cod often hover in the shadow of the remaining bulkheads, and we've spotted plenty of blennies tucked into crevices, watching us with big, curious eyes. The visibility can be surprisingly good on a calm day, letting you really appreciate the scale of the wreck from bow to stern. It’s a photographer's dream in the late afternoon sun, with light shafts cutting through the shallow water and illuminating the rusty metal. Bajorai is perfect for divers who appreciate history and don't mind getting shallow to explore every nook and cranny.
Typical BAJORAI Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Cold water this month (avg 14°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
BAJORAI Wreck History
Year Sunk
1999
Vessel Type
fishing vessel
Cause
grounding
The 'BAJORAI' was a 38-meter fishing vessel with a long career, having been built in 1956. For over four decades, it worked the seas until its final voyage in the winter of 1999. On December 6th, it ran aground off the Danish island of Bornholm, ending its service life and creating an unexpected new dive site. The wreck settled in the shallows, battered by the elements until it became a permanent feature of the coastline.
Today, the 'BAJORAI' is an incredibly accessible wreck, resting in a mere 2 meters of water with parts of its hull and superstructure often visible above the waves. This makes it a perfect destination for snorkelers, freedivers, and beginner scuba divers. The shallow depth allows for long, relaxed exploration in abundant natural light, offering fantastic opportunities for underwater photographers to capture the vessel's remains as they are slowly colonized by Baltic Sea marine life.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for BAJORAI
BAJORAI Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for BAJORAI, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (54.94, 13.85) (7km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
14°C
57°F · Range: 11.7–16.3°C
Air Temperature
12°C
53°F
Wind Speed
8.16 m/s
15.9 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1013.3 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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