REIN (POSSIBLY)
Protected Area
Long Berry Coast
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) - REIN (POSSIBLY) offers some of Scapa Flow, Orkney's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 8-14°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Rein, or what we strongly suspect is the Rein, is a fantastic shallow exploration, perfect for a long bottom time. We love nudging around her plates at just 10 metres, often in surprisingly bright conditions for Scapa. You’ll find her scattered, but the triple expansion engine is a definite focal point, a real industrial sculpture on the seabed. It’s well-colonised now; expect to see plenty of wrasse darting through the twisted metal and maybe a friendly conger eel peering from a darker corner. This site is our pick for a relaxed dive after something deeper, or for newer wreck divers wanting to experience a piece of history without the pressure of depth or strong currents. Just be mindful of local boat traffic; a decent SMB is always a good idea here.
Typical REIN (POSSIBLY) 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 REIN (POSSIBLY)
REIN (POSSIBLY) Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for REIN (POSSIBLY), 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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