MANINA
Protected Area
Sule Stack
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) - MANINA offers some of Scapa Flow, Orkney's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 8-14°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Manina sits broken, a scattering of steel across the seabed in Scapa Flow, not an intact ship. We love it because it’s a proper dive for wreck hunters who appreciate the history behind the twisted metal. Dropping down, you’ll find sections of hull plating, frames, and machinery spread out, each piece a clue to the ship’s violent end. Visibility here can be deceptive; sometimes it’s 10 metres, other days you’re lucky to see your fins. We’ve found the best conditions often come with a slack tide window, though the currents aren’t usually too fierce. Keep an eye out for the resident wrasse and inquisitive conger eels tucked into the crevices; they’ve made a home of this mangled steel. It’s a site for those who enjoy piecing together a story rather than swimming through a complete vessel. Not one for beginners, but a rewarding dive for experienced cold-water wreck enthusiasts.
Typical MANINA 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.
Cold water this month (avg 13°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for MANINA
MANINA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for MANINA, 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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