ROSEBUD II
Protected Area
Ardalanish Bay
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) - ROSEBUD II offers some of Scottish West Coast's richest wreck diving.
Diving the *Rosebud II* off the Scottish West Coast offers a different kind of wreck dive, a more sombre experience. This wooden fishing vessel, lost in 1970 with all seven hands, sits broken up at around 20 metres. You won't find an intact hull, but rather scattered wreckage, each piece a small habitat. We've seen conger eels tucked into sections of the timber, and nudibranchs grazing on the encrusting life that's colonised the structure. It’s a dive for those who appreciate history and the quiet beauty of a site reclaimed by the sea. Visibility can be a factor here, so picking a calm day is key.
Typical ROSEBUD II 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 20m - 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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