TIZONA
Protected Area
Firth of Forth Banks Complex
Why dive here
With 112+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - TIZONA offers some of Scottish East Coast & Borders's richest wreck diving.
The Tizona, oh, she’s a proper old girl, lying deep and dark off the Scottish coast. We love the way she sits upright, almost defiant, considering she went down in 1917. Dropping onto her deck at 51 metres, you immediately feel that cold, still sense of history. The visibility, when it’s good, can be truly amazing down there, allowing you to really appreciate her 65-metre length. Our favourite part has to be the boiler; it’s still very much intact, a big, imposing cylinder that draws your eye. We'd suggest carrying a good torch, as the light doesn't penetrate much down here, illuminating the delicate anemones and soft corals that have made her home. She’s definitely for the experienced tech diver, someone comfortable with deeper decompression and colder waters. You’ll find plenty of inquisitive squat lobsters tucked into every crevice, and big ling often cruise the periphery, shadows moving in the gloom. It’s a dive that sticks with you, a quiet exploration of a moment frozen in time.
Typical TIZONA 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 51m 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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