WESTWIND

Protected Area

Loch Sunart to the Sound of Jura

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) - WESTWIND offers some of Scottish West Coast's richest wreck diving.

Marine lifeBlue Whales, Dolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales and Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) · 112+ species recorded

CharacterWreck dive · max 30m

StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

The Westwind, an 8.5m fishing vessel, isn't a massive wreck, but what it lacks in size it makes up for in character. Sunk in 1992, it’s a relatively intact little fishing boat, sitting upright on the seabed at 30m. We love the way the deckhouse feels like you're peeking into a forgotten world. You can easily swim around the entire structure, spotting dogfish tucked into the sand nearby, and the whole thing is absolutely smothered in plumose anemones – pure white, almost glowing against the darker steel. Our favourite part is the stern, where the prop is still visible, often surrounded by curious wrasse. This site is brilliant for divers who appreciate smaller, more intimate wrecks that offer a glimpse into a working boat's final moments. It's a surprisingly photogenic little spot, especially on a bright day when the light catches the anemones.