Wreck of Glenlivet

Protected Area

South Coast of Arran

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 Glenlivet 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

Forget what you think you know about UK wreck diving. The Glenlivet isn't just another pile of iron; it’s a time capsule, a snapshot from 1917, sitting upright and remarkably intact on the seabed. We love how her holds are still open, inviting you to peek inside, a truly eerie experience as the light filters down through the superstructure. You’ll find walls carpeted in dead man’s fingers and dense clumps of plumose anemones, their white tentacles swaying in the gentle surge. It’s perfect for divers who appreciate history as much as marine life, offering plenty to explore without being overly deep or complex. Our pick for the best dive is always around slack water. The visibility, though variable, can stretch to a good 10-15 metres on a calm day, letting you properly appreciate her scale. Keep an eye out for conger eels poking their heads from pipes and crevices, and we’ve often seen shoals of pollack darting through the broken decking. Just remember, it's the Scottish West Coast, so come prepared for cooler water, even in summer. A drysuit is definitely our recommendation.