SAGA (POSSIBLY)
Protected Area
Durham Coast
Why dive here
With 112+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - SAGA (POSSIBLY) offers some of Scottish East Coast & Borders's richest wreck diving.
The SAGA, a steamship torpedoed in 1918 by UB-64, rests at 36 metres off the Scottish East Coast. She's a big girl, and while time and fishing gear have taken their toll, you can still discern the triple-expansion engine and the single boiler. This is definitely a dive for those comfortable with deeper wrecks and the often-brisk conditions of the North Sea. Expect to share the site with plenty of ling and conger eels, tucked into the more sheltered parts of the hull, along with schools of saithe that swirl around the superstructure. We think it’s a rewarding dive for those who appreciate maritime history and the slow reclamation of steel by the ocean.
Typical SAGA (POSSIBLY) Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Deep dive (36m) - monitor air consumption closely. Advanced 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.
Nearest Dive Centres to SAGA (POSSIBLY)
Dive shops near SAGA (POSSIBLY)
Sunderland Scuba Centre
The Diving Centre Ltd
Aquanorth
Scuba-Life
Aqua Purists
Newcastle University Sub Aqua Society
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