TAURIMA
Protected Area
Three Castle Head to Mizen Head SAC
Why dive here
With 185+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - TAURIMA offers some of South Coast's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 9-15°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Taurima, a trawler that went down in 1985 after hitting rocks near Mizen Head, is a surprisingly accessible wreck on Ireland's South Coast. She sits in very shallow water, barely 1 metre deep, making her ideal for snorkelers or very shallow freediving. You won't be penetrating this one, but you can still get a good sense of her structure, with parts of the hull and machinery visible. Over the decades, she's become a home for small crabs and a variety of seaweed, a simple yet engaging spot for a quick dip when the weather is calm.
Typical TAURIMA 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.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for TAURIMA
TAURIMA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for TAURIMA, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (51.71, -8.38) (9km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
14°C
57°F · Range: 12.3–14.8°C
Air Temperature
12°C
54°F
Wind Speed
7.84 m/s
15.2 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1008.6 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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