RAP
Protected Area
Gouliot Caves and Headland, Sark
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) - RAP offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
Diving the RAP off the Channel Islands is a dip into maritime history, even if it’s a relatively shallow one. This steamship, lost back in 1910 on the Pierres de Butes reef, sits at a mere 5 metres. We’ve found the wreck well broken up, but you can still pick out bits of the structure, enough to get a sense of its original form. Because it's so shallow, it's a great spot for newer wreck divers or for extending your bottom time. The real draw here, though, is how nature has reclaimed it, with plenty of crabs tucked into crevices and anemones swaying on the metalwork.
Typical RAP 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.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for RAP
RAP Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for RAP, 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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