Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 101733
Protected Area
Loch of Strathbeg
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 Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 101733 offers some of Scapa Flow, Orkney's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 8-14°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Gambhira offers a different kind of dive in Scapa Flow. While the German High Seas Fleet wrecks get most of the attention, we love the Gambhira for its character, a former tramp steamer now sitting upright at around 24 metres. You can swim through the holds, which are surprisingly open and light-filled, especially on a sunny day. We've seen Atlantic cod drift lazily through the superstructure, and the deck is covered in Devonshire cup corals, creating these bright orange bursts against the dark metal. It’s a site for divers who appreciate the history but also the way nature reclaims these industrial relics. The currents here are generally milder than some other Flow sites, making it a good option if you’re looking for a slightly more relaxed exploration. Keep an eye out for bull rout tucked into crevices; they’re often overlooked but add to the site's charm.
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 Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 101733
Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 101733 Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 101733, 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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