ALBATROS

Best months: Jul–Sep

Why dive here

ALBATROS is a wreck dive in Stavanger & Rogaland, Norway. Water ranges 4-17°C, warmest July, August, September.

Best timeJul–Sep

WetsuitA 7mm wetsuit with a hood

Water4-17°C · warmest July, August, September

CharacterWreck dive · max 35m

The Albatros wreck, sitting at 35 metres, is our kind of dive in Rogaland. It’s a fishing vessel, not huge at 14 metres, but it holds a quiet charm. Descending, you feel the chill of the North Sea, but then the wreck emerges from the green, surprisingly intact. We particularly love how the wheelhouse still stands, offering a glimpse into its past life. You can poke your head into the hold, imagining nets and catches, now home to plump cod and territorial wolfish peeking from shadows. The deck is carpeted with anemones and dead man’s fingers, their soft colours a contrast to the rusty metal. It’s a deep, calm dive, best suited for experienced divers comfortable with the cold and limited light. Go on a still day; the viz can really open up, making the Albatros feel less like a ghost and more like a slumbering beast.

Typical ALBATROS Dive Profile

Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

Safety Notes

Deep dive (35m) - monitor air consumption closely. Advanced certification recommended.

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.

Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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ALBATROS Wreck History

Vessel Type

fishing vessel

Cause

unknown

The cold, clear waters off Stavanger hold the secrets of the Albatros, a small fishing vessel that now rests on the seabed at a depth of 35 meters. Measuring just 14 meters in length, this intimate wreck offers a fascinating glimpse into the region's maritime heritage. While the story of its sinking is lost to time, its compact form is easily explorable in a single dive. Advanced divers will appreciate the challenge of the depth, where they can discover the vessel's structure, now home to the cold-water species of the Norwegian coast. The Albatros serves as a silent, poignant monument to the fishermen who work these demanding waters.