ARAB
Protected Area
Lizard Point
Why dive here
With 176+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - ARAB offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The ARAB wreck, sitting at a shallow 7 metres off the Cornwall and Devon coast, is a good pick for a relaxed dive. We’re talking about a sailing vessel that met its end in thick fog way back in 1888, and time has certainly done its work. What’s left is scattered wreckage across a rocky seabed, with sections of hull plates and ribs creating little hideouts. You’ll find plenty of crabs tucked into crevices and small schools of wrasse darting between the metal. It’s not about grand structures here; it's more of a treasure hunt, tracing the outlines of history. Ideal for newer divers or those looking for a gentle second dive.
Typical ARAB 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.
Nearest Dive Centres to ARAB
Dive shops near ARAB
Porthkerris Divers
DiveUK
Seaways Diving
Karleyth Diving Ltd.
Wavecrest Scuba
Viewpoint Diving Centre
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for ARAB
ARAB Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for ARAB, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (50.44, -2.73) (3km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
17°C
62°F · Range: 15.1–17.5°C
Air Temperature
13°C
56°F
Wind Speed
8.14 m/s
15.8 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1011 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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