MOTANO (PROBABLY) - Cornwall & Devon

Ah, Motano. Or probably Motano, anyway. This wreck, a steamship sunk in 1917, sits deep at 58 metres, making it a serious technical dive for those comfortable with decompression. We love the challenge here, and the reward is a remarkably intact cargo vessel. What you get is a grand tour of early 20th-century maritime engineering. You’ll fin over two enormous boilers, the triple-expansion engine still largely in place – a real testament to its build. Schools of pollack often swirl through the superstructure, and the deck plates are thick with dead man's fingers and anemones. It’s dark, obviously, but your torch beam picks out details, like the remnants of crew quarters now home to lobsters. We always recommend hitting this one on a slack tide, otherwise, you'll be fighting a significant current, and the best bits are well inside the wreck, which you’ll want time to explore properly.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
50.234300, -3.044267
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
58m

Marine Protected Area: East of Start Point

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 MOTANO (PROBABLY)

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 MOTANO (PROBABLY)

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the typical diving depth at Manta Point in Nusa Penida?
Information regarding the typical diving depth at Manta Point in Nusa Penida is not available in the current DivePlnr context. Our records currently detail the Motano (Probably) wreck in Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, which has a depth of 58m.
What kind of marine life and underwater features can divers expect to see at Manta Point, Nusa Penida?
Details on the marine life and underwater features at Manta Point, Nusa Penida, are not present in our current dataset. We do have information on the Motano (Probably), a steam ship vessel sunk in 1917, which is classified as a non-dangerous wreck.
How challenging are the diving conditions at Manta Point, Nusa Penida, especially regarding currents and surge?
The current DivePlnr context does not provide information on the diving conditions, currents, or surge at Manta Point, Nusa Penida. For comparison, the Motano (Probably) wreck in the UK is rated as an intermediate difficulty dive.
What is the best time of year to dive at Manta Point, Nusa Penida, for optimal conditions and manta ray sightings?
We do not have data on the best time of year to dive at Manta Point, Nusa Penida, for optimal conditions or manta ray sightings. For general guidance on dive planning, you might explore our When to Dive section, though specific details for Nusa Penida are not available here.
What scuba diving certifications are required or recommended for diving at Manta Point, Nusa Penida?
Information regarding required or recommended scuba diving certifications for Manta Point, Nusa Penida, is not available in this context. The Motano (Probably) wreck, for example, is an intermediate difficulty dive, which typically suggests advanced certification or experience.
What are the typical water temperatures, visibility, and current conditions like at Manta Point, Nusa Penida?
Our current DivePlnr data does not include details on typical water temperatures, visibility, or current conditions for Manta Point, Nusa Penida. The available data focuses on the Motano (Probably) wreck, a steam ship located in Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom.