OTTO
Protected Area
Samuel's Port
Why dive here
With 118+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - OTTO offers some of Northumberland & Northeast's richest wreck diving.
The OTTO wreck, a sailing vessel sunk by gunfire in 1918, lies at 37m in the North Sea. Dropping down, you hit a fairly intact hull, its wooden structure surprisingly well preserved in the cool, dark water. You’ll spot the mast, fallen but still discernible, and the deck, now home to decent-sized lobsters and crabs that peer out from nooks and crannies. This dive suits those with a bit of deep diving experience, happy to navigate a historic, though sometimes silty, site where the echoes of its past feel tangible. It's a proper wreck dive, more about the structure and the atmosphere than colourful fish.
Typical OTTO Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Deep dive (37m) - monitor air consumption closely. Advanced certification recommended.
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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