SAMSO
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 - SAMSO offers some of Scottish East Coast & Borders's richest wreck diving.
The Samso is a proper piece of history, resting upright on the seabed at 45 metres. She’s a motor vessel, sunk by a torpedo in 1918, and it shows in the way the wreck is broken up – a real testament to that impact. We found her bow section quite intact, with the stern more spread out, and the whole site is now a haven for local critters. Expect to see plenty of squat lobsters tucked into crevices and ling often peering out from under the collapsed decking. It’s a dive for those comfortable with deeper wrecks and keen to explore a substantial piece of maritime heritage.
Typical SAMSO Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Maximum depth 45m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.
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
Scuba-Life
Aqua Purists
Northumbria Scuba Divers
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