KITTY FISHER
Protected Area
Wester Ross
Why dive here
With 140+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue whales, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - KITTY FISHER offers some of Scapa Flow, Orkney's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 8-14°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Kitty Fisher isn’t a deep dive, not even close. You’ll find her mostly above the waterline, beached on the rocks at Big Sandaig after she ran aground back in ’81. We love this site for its unique blend of history and intertidal exploration. It’s a completely different experience to the deeper Scapa Flow wrecks, a chance to get up close and personal without needing a tank. Wading out to the wreck, you can spend ages just clambering around her exposed hull. Barnacles cling to every surface, and the metal is stained orange with rust. When the tide is low enough, you can peer into what's left of her internal structure. We always spot crabs scuttling in the shadows and small blennies darting between crevices. It’s less about grand exploration and more about intimate discovery – a fascinating piece of Scapa Flow’s working history, slowly being reclaimed by the sea and its inhabitants. Perfect for a surface interval or a calm day when you just want to potter about.
Typical KITTY FISHER 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.
Cold water this month (avg 13°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for KITTY FISHER
KITTY FISHER Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for KITTY FISHER, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (58.64, -3.16) (8km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
13°C
55°F · Range: 11.4–13.8°C
Air Temperature
10°C
50°F
Wind Speed
9.26 m/s
18.0 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1005.3 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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