MEGAZAN

Best months: Jul–Sep

Protected Area

Jersey Coast

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) - MEGAZAN offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.

Best timeJul–Sep

WetsuitA 5mm wetsuit

Marine lifeBlue Sharks, Dolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales and Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) · 176+ species recorded

Water10-18°C · warmest July, August, September

CharacterWreck dive · max 10m

StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

The Megazan isn't about deep dives or big pelagics. It’s a shallow, often overlooked wreck, sitting at just 10 metres, but for anyone who loves easy exploration and finding beauty in the small things, this is our pick. We love drifting over the main deck, the light filtering down, illuminating the brass and copper that divers have uncovered over the years. You'll see the bow and stern sections, remarkably intact, with the midships flattened, creating this fantastic rubble field where crabs scuttle and blennies peek out from every crevice. We’d suggest going at slack tide, especially on a sunny day, to really appreciate the details without fighting any current. It's a relaxed dive, perfect for photographers or newer divers looking to get comfortable on a wreck without the anxiety of depth or complex navigation. The way the kelp sways around the remaining structure, like underwater curtains, makes it feel quite ethereal.