MARI CHANDRIS - Cornwall & Devon

The Mari Chandris is a proper piece of history, and we love how accessible she is for divers around Falmouth. She’s a steamship, sunk in 1940 after being set alight by another burning vessel, the Tascaclusa. You’re not dropping onto a deep, dark wreck here; instead, what’s left of her hull and superstructure creates a fantastic playground for those looking for a shallower wreck dive. Dive down and you’ll find the metalwork completely covered in plumose anemones, often swaying gently with the surge. There are crevices everywhere to poke a torch into, looking for the crabs and blennies that have made it home. We often see dogfish settled on the sand nearby, and sometimes a curious grey seal will pop by to check you out. It’s an ideal spot for newer wreck divers or photographers wanting to spend some good bottom time exploring without the pressure of depth.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
50.158920, -5.013547
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
0m

Marine Protected Area: Carricknath Point to Porthbean Beach

Best Time to Dive in Cornwall & Devon

The warmest water temperatures in Cornwall & Devon occur in January, averaging 9.6°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 9.6°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 9.6°C (air: 7.3°C)
  • February: 9.6°C (air: 8.4°C)
  • March: 9.6°C (air: 8.6°C)
  • April: 9.6°C (air: 10.1°C)
  • May: 9.6°C (air: 12.6°C)
  • June: 9.6°C (air: 15.2°C)
  • July: 9.6°C (air: 16.6°C)
  • August: 9.6°C (air: 17.1°C)
  • September: 9.6°C (air: 15.9°C)
  • October: 9.6°C (air: 13.5°C)
  • November: 9.6°C (air: 10.7°C)
  • December: 9.6°C (air: 8.7°C)

Nearby Dive Sites in Cornwall & Devon

Nearest Dive Centres to MARI CHANDRIS

Marine Life in Cornwall & Devon

Home to 192 recorded species including 93 reef fish, 18 sharks & rays, 13 whales & dolphins, 11 crabs & lobsters, 11 other, 10 seagrass & algae.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for MARI CHANDRIS

Based on average water temperature of 9.6°C.

  • Drysuit - water at 10°C demands a drysuit with thermal undergarments
  • Hood & Gloves (7mm+) - critical to prevent heat loss
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories