SAMARIA
Protected Area
Carlingford Lough Islands
Why dive here
With 118+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - SAMARIA offers some of Northumberland & Northeast's richest wreck diving.
The Samaria, a wooden fishing vessel, sits at 27 metres after sinking back in 2000 following a collision. She's not a huge wreck, only 12.5 metres long, so you can take your time exploring the remains of her wheelhouse and hull. Despite the age, the wood offers plenty of crevices for smaller crabs and blennies, and we often spot decent-sized cod lurking in the deeper sections of the wreckage. It's a proper British wreck dive, generally with limited visibility, but that just adds to the atmosphere as you fin around what’s left of her.
Typical SAMARIA Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 27m - Advanced Open Water 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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Dive shops near SAMARIA
Oceanauts Diving Ltd
Emerald Diving Ireland Limited
Gas Technologies Ltd
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