Wreck of Isabella

Protected Area

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) - Wreck of Isabella 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 Isabella isn't one for fair-weather divers, but for those who embrace the chill of the Scottish West Coast, it’s a proper atmospheric dive. Descending onto her, you’re often met with a murky green filter that adds to the wreck’s melancholic beauty. She’s a trawler, laid out relatively intact, and we love picking out the details of her working life – the remains of winches, the sturdy hull. The wreck itself provides some great shelter from any prevailing current, making for a surprisingly relaxed exploration once you’re down. Our favourite spot is around the stern, where the prop is still largely recognisable, now encrusted with dead man's fingers. Ling often lurk in the shadowed holds, and the metalwork attracts decent-sized cod. It’s a site that rewards multiple visits; each time, the light changes, the visibility shifts, and you notice another detail of her structure or the life that’s made her home. We'd suggest this one for divers with a bit of cold water experience under their belt, especially those with a keen interest in maritime history and a good drysuit. Just remember your surface marker buoy; the boat traffic can be lively.