PUNTA NITA (POSSIBLY)
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) - PUNTA NITA (POSSIBLY) offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The *Punta Nita* is a fantastic, if slightly mysterious, deep wreck dive off the Cornish coast. We love a good mystery, and this site certainly delivers. Lying at 44 metres, she’s well beyond recreational limits, making her a solid choice for technical divers looking for a proper challenge and something unique. Her identity is a bit debated, but whatever her name, the wreck itself is in remarkably good condition, sitting upright and largely intact. The stern, with its impressive prop, is always our favourite part to explore. You’ll find walls draped in jewel anemones, creating a dazzling display of reds, oranges, and purples even in the low light. Conger eels are practically residents here, often peering out from the deeper recesses of the holds. Visibility can be hit or miss, typical for the UK, but on a good day, the eerie glow filtering down to the seabed makes for a truly atmospheric dive. It's a proper adventure, a real dive into history, and definitely one to log if you have the training.
Typical PUNTA NITA (POSSIBLY) Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Maximum depth 44m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for PUNTA NITA (POSSIBLY)
PUNTA NITA (POSSIBLY) Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for PUNTA NITA (POSSIBLY), 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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