TAMARA
Protected Area
Tong Saltings
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) - TAMARA offers some of Scapa Flow, Orkney's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 8-14°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Tamara is a smaller sailing vessel, lying in about 18 metres of water, a decent option if you’re looking for a shallower wreck within Scapa Flow. She sank back in 1983, and time has definitely taken its toll on the wooden hull, but the general shape is still there, resting mostly intact on the seabed. You’ll find her draped in kelp and anemones, with plenty of crabs tucked into any crevice they can find. It’s a nice dive for knocking off some bottom time, especially if the deeper wrecks feel a bit much, or if you’re after something more relaxed.
Typical TAMARA 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.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for TAMARA
TAMARA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for TAMARA, 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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