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Wreck of German submarine U-64

Diving a U-boat in Norway is a different kind of thrill, and U-64 in the Lofoten Islands is a prime example. This isn't your vibrant coral reef dive, this is a plunge into history, cold and dark and utterly compelling. We love the sheer scale of the Type IXB submarine; it’s a big boat, sitting upright on the seabed, surprisingly intact given its violent end. You’ll spend most of your time exploring the conning tower and the deck gun, which is always our favourite part, bristling with history. Visibility here can swing wildly, but when it’s good, the water has that crisp, Arctic clarity, giving the wreck a stark, almost monochrome beauty. We’d suggest a strong torch is essential, not just for peering into the open hatches, but for picking out the small anemones and sponges that have colonised the metalwork. Don't expect tropical fish, but the site often has small schooling fish darting around the structure, and if you’re lucky, you might even spot a harbour porpoise patrolling the deeper water nearby. This is a dive for experienced wreck enthusiasts who appreciate the solemnity and history of a wartime relic, prepared for the chill and the deep. It’s a powerful experience, a true journey back in time.