DAFNI
Protected Area
Noses Point
Why dive here
With 112+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - DAFNI offers some of Scottish East Coast & Borders's richest wreck diving.
The Dafni, a casualty of a German U-boat in 1917, rests at 25 metres, a proper slice of WWI history off the Scottish coast. She’s broken up now, well-scattered, so it's less about penetration and more about exploring the wreckage field. We’ve found her an interesting dive, with the bow and stern sections still somewhat distinguishable if you know where to look, and plenty of plates and beams for crabs and wrasse to shelter among. It’s a dive for those who appreciate history and don't mind a bit of a search for the story amongst the debris.
Typical DAFNI Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 25m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Sunderland Scuba Centre
The Diving Centre Ltd
Aquanorth
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Newcastle University Sub Aqua Society
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