Wreck of Friendship
Protected Area
Sanda Islands
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 Friendship offers some of Scottish West Coast's richest wreck diving.
The Wreck of Friendship is a proper treat for wreck enthusiasts, a real standout on the Scottish West Coast. We love how the hull has broken down, creating these fantastic swim-throughs and pockets for exploration, though you’ll want to be comfortable in overhead environments. It’s an atmospheric dive, with the light filtering through the kelp creating an eerie glow on the collapsing deck plates. We usually find inquisitive conger eels peeking out from the darker recesses, and the resident pollack often mill around the deeper sections. For us, it’s best when the sun’s out, pushing those shafts of light down into the green depths, really bringing the scale of the old girl to life. It’s not a dive for beginners, but experienced wreckies will find plenty to keep them occupied here.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
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