SVAVA
Protected Area
Coquet to St Mary's
Why dive here
With 112+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - SVAVA offers some of Scottish East Coast & Borders's richest wreck diving.
The *Svava* is a serious wreck dive, sitting upright at 52 metres off the Scottish East Coast. She's a steamship, sunk in 1943 after a collision, and remarkably intact given her age. We’ve found her superstructure holds together well, with plenty of nooks to poke around if you’re comfortable at depth and appropriately trained for overhead environments. Visibility can be hit or miss here, so it’s best tackled on a calm day with good tides. Keep an eye out for conger eels in the deeper sections and the usual array of crabs and lobsters making homes in the twisted metal. It’s a dive for those who appreciate history and don't mind the chill of the North Sea.
Typical SVAVA 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 52m 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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