Wreck of Diamond

Protected Area

Sléibhtean agus Cladach Thiriodh (Tiree Wetlands and Coast)

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) - Wreck of Diamond 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

StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

The Wreck of the Diamond is a properly moody dive, exactly what you’d expect from the Scottish West Coast. We love how it feels like stepping back in time. You drop down onto this iron steamship, broken but still largely together, sitting upright on the seabed. It’s a proper explorer’s wreck; you can still make out the superstructure, the railings, and even some of the cargo scattered around. We’d suggest planning for a slack tide dive to make the most of it, as currents here can really rip. Visibility is often decent for a Scottish wreck, maybe 10-15 metres on a good day, painting the scene in that classic emerald green light. Look closely for the wolfish lurking in crevices; their grumpy faces are always a highlight. Our favourite part has to be the way the kelp has draped itself over parts of the deck, swaying with the surge, creating these eerie, organic curtains around the metal. It’s a dive for those who appreciate history and don’t mind a bit of chill.