BREDA
Protected Area
South Shian and Balure
Why dive here
With 112+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue whales, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - BREDA offers some of Scottish West Coast's richest wreck diving.
The Breda, a Dutch steamship sunk on Christmas Eve in 1940, offers a proper wreck dive off the Scottish West Coast. Resting at 26 metres, she’s largely intact and upright, making for some dramatic exploration. You can swim through cargo holds, past the four boilers, and around the huge turbines, which still sit proud. The superstructure is heavily colonised by colourful anemones and dead man’s fingers, with wrasse and inquisitive pollack darting amongst the twisted metal. It’s a dive that really connects you to history, best enjoyed when the visibility is up, which can be hit or miss in these parts.
Typical BREDA 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 26m - 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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