Wreck of Douro

Protected Area

Corsewall Point to Milleur 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) - Wreck of Douro 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 Douro wreck off the Scottish West Coast is one of those dives that sticks with you. It’s a proper steamer, big and broken, lying on its side. Drop down and you’re immediately into a scene of twisted metal, boilers, and plates strewn across the seabed. We love picking through the debris, seeing how the wreck has settled over time. What really sells the Douro for us isn't just the history, it’s the way the cold water marine life has absolutely colonised it. Ling, conger eels, and monstrous crabs seem to be everywhere, tucked into every nook and cranny. Keep an eye out for the odd wolf fish too, they're surprisingly common here. The stern section is particularly interesting, with a propeller still largely intact – a great photo opportunity if the visibility is playing ball. This dive suits experienced cold water wreck divers who appreciate the atmospheric gloom and the rugged beauty of a truly historical wreck. It’s a challenging dive, often with a bit of current and always chilly, but deeply rewarding.