Wreck of Normannvik
Protected Area
Rubha Dunan
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) - Wreck of Normannvik offers some of Scapa Flow, Orkney's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 8-14°C, warmest July, August, September.
The **Normannvik**, one of Scapa Flow's oft-overlooked German destroyers, offers a surprisingly intimate dive. We love this wreck because it’s much more intact than its more famous sisters, still showing off its structure. Dropping down, you hit the bow first, often with a slight current nudging you along the length. You can swim through her torpedo tubes, a really cool feature, and we've spent ages just poking around the engine room, which is surprisingly open. Watch for those huge conger eels peering from every dark hole, and the resident pollack will often shadow you. It’s a fantastic dive for those who enjoy really exploring a wreck rather than just circling it.
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 Wreck of Normannvik
Wreck of Normannvik Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Wreck of Normannvik, 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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