TRANSCEND - Scapa Flow, Orkney

TRANSCEND sits in a deep corner of Scapa, a fishing vessel with a surprisingly upright stance. We love this wreck for its accessibility, a proper dive but without the deeper technical demands of some of the German fleet. You drop onto the wheelhouse, and from there, it's a straightforward explore down the decks. We’ve always found the hold particularly atmospheric, a dark cavern that your torch beam just about reaches across, often with a curious ling eyeing you from the gloom. This isn't a wreck teeming with history like the battleships, but it has a real character. The propeller is still there, a solid bronze contrast against the steel, and the deck machinery makes for some interesting photography. We'd suggest checking your dive computer often here; the depth can sneak up on you as you explore the bow and stern. It’s a great dive for those comfortable with deeper wrecks, offering a different flavour to the military history Scapa Flow is famous for.

Location
Scapa Flow, Orkney, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
58.805170, -4.357200
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
52m

Marine Protected Area: Sule Stack

Best Time to Dive in Scapa Flow, Orkney

The warmest water temperatures in Scapa Flow, Orkney occur in January, averaging 8.4°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 8.4°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 8.4°C (air: 5.5°C)
  • February: 8.4°C (air: 5.3°C)
  • March: 8.4°C (air: 5.9°C)
  • April: 8.4°C (air: 6.8°C)
  • May: 8.4°C (air: 9.7°C)
  • June: 8.4°C (air: 12.4°C)
  • July: 8.4°C (air: 13.2°C)
  • August: 8.4°C (air: 13.7°C)
  • September: 8.4°C (air: 12.7°C)
  • October: 8.4°C (air: 10.2°C)
  • November: 8.4°C (air: 8.0°C)
  • December: 8.4°C (air: 5.8°C)

Nearby Dive Sites in Scapa Flow, Orkney

Nearest Dive Centres to TRANSCEND

Marine Life in Scapa Flow, Orkney

Home to 155 recorded species including 63 reef fish, 17 whales & dolphins, 12 sharks & rays, 11 crabs & lobsters, 11 other, 10 seagrass & algae.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for TRANSCEND

Based on average water temperature of 8.4°C.

  • Drysuit - water at 8°C demands a drysuit with thermal undergarments
  • Hood & Gloves (7mm+) - critical to prevent heat loss
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories