REMUERA
Protected Area
Cairnbulg to St Combs 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) - REMUERA offers some of Scapa Flow, Orkney's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 8-14°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Remuera, down at 57 metres, is one of Scapa's deeper attractions, and we think it's often overlooked in favour of the German High Seas Fleet. Don't make that mistake. This isn't a destroyer, it's a huge New Zealand Shipping Company liner, torpedoed in 1940. When you descend, that immense scale hits you straight away. The bow section is particularly impressive, with anchor chains still leading out into the murk. We love exploring the cargo holds, vast spaces where you can imagine provisions for a distant war effort. Visibility here can be a bit variable, but on a good day, the sheer size of the wreck is just immense. Look for the prop, it’s still there, a real highlight. The Remuera is a great dive for those comfortable with depth and who appreciate the stories a wreck can tell beyond its wartime demise. It's a proper adventure, a different flavour of Scapa Flow diving, and always our pick for a second deep dive after one of the big boys.
Typical REMUERA 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 57m 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 REMUERA
REMUERA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for REMUERA, 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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