ERRIA
Protected Area
Magilligan Point
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) - ERRIA offers some of Scottish West Coast's richest wreck diving.
The Erria, a motor vessel that stranded in a gale in 1981, sits incredibly shallow, with parts of its superstructure often breaking the surface. It’s a site for the curious, where you can explore the exposed decks and structure in less than a meter of water. Look for shore crabs scuttling amongst the growth and small wrasse darting between the rusty plates. It's a quick, easy dive or snorkel, especially good for a surface interval or when the weather has other plans for deeper sites.
Typical ERRIA Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
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